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Alexander Manevitz is an Assistant Professor at the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences, Baruch College (City University of New York), specializing in African American history, 19th-century U.S. history, and historical memory. His research explores urbanism, race, and capitalism, particularly through the lens of Seneca Village, a free Black community displaced during Central Park’s creation.
- Education:
- Ph.D., U.S. History, New York University (2016)
- B.A., History, Trinity College (Hartford)
His research focuses on the intersection of race, property regimes, and urban development in antebellum New York City. He is currently finalizing a book manuscript with Cornell University Press titled The Rise and Fall of Seneca Village: Remaking Race and Space in Nineteenth-Century New York City, analyzing how marginalized communities navigated systemic discrimination and urban transformation.
Manevitz’s recent publications and media contributions examine themes like urban capitalism, Reconstruction’s legacy, and archival recovery. His 2022 article in the Journal of Urban History investigates racial and economic inequalities in 19th-century New York City, while his 2020 Washington Post piece connects Reconstruction-era failures to contemporary racial justice issues.
- Scientific Awards:
- Robert Friedman Professor of American History (2024)
- Faculty Fellowship Publication Program (CUNY, 2023)
- Bernard and Irene Schwartz Postdoctoral Fellow (2019)
- Junior Faculty Research Fellowship (Trinity College, 2017)
- Bessie and George Levy Award for Excellence in American History (2014)
Manevitz teaches courses in American history, African American history, and urban capitalism, employing interdisciplinary methods to amplify diverse voices. He has collaborated with institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the New-York Historical Society, emphasizing public scholarship and community engagement.
