The first place in the world that black and white walked through the door together was the Savoy. They were joined by a simple thing called Swing." – Norma Miller

The Savoy Ballroom in Harlem was one of the first major racially integrated public spaces in the United States, opening in 1926 with a policy of non-discrimination. Located on Lenox Avenue between 140th and 141st Streets in Harlem, New York, the dance hall served as the heart and soul of the neighborhood for 32 years. Renowned for its twin bandstands and mahogany floors, the Savoy showcased some of the world's finest jazz musicians,...