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Produced by Bryan Carter

Created by Central Missouri State University Professor Bryan Carter, the Virtual Harlem Project integrates a web based interactive simulation of 1920's Harlem New York with educational content, exhibits, streaming audio, streaming video, archival data, simulation wide narratives, a wiki, user forums, staff blogs and external technologies. The goal is to create a dynamic, multifaceted environment that interests and engages and educates the general public. Virtual Harlem will offer users a myriad of learning and entertainment experiences to facilitate education, awareness and return visits. Sign up for a free Second Life membership and visit Virtual Harlem today!

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Congrats Bryan with this sim. Again I am so happy you have invited the SL sorority of Delta Omega Phi to your sim to bring more African American Life to the sim. Can't want to make this sim shine. *smiles*

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