User:Gjone1/Brooklyn Literary Union

The Brooklyn Literary Union was an African American literary society of the 1880s.

History
Unlike literary traditions of its past, the Brooklyn Literary Union was co-ed in its membership, allowing men and women to discuss contemporary political issues instead of focusing exclusively on literary matters.

Membership
Notable members included President Thomas McCants Stewart, Philip White, George Downing, Maritcha Remond Lyons, and Dr. Susan McKinney Steward, just to name a few.