Musicians
Self taught musician, most popularly known for the song "Purple Rain."
Most recognizable basketball player, owner of $1 billion sneaker company.
Who is Michael Jordan?
This agricultural chemist invented peanut butter. He also went on to have experiments which led to the creation of ink, dye, soap, cosmetics, flour, vinegar, and synthetic rubber.
Who is George Washington Carver?
This American Baptist minister was the most prominent leaders in the Civil Rights Movement until he was assassinated.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr?
Female artist known for "being defrosted" on December 1st.
Who is Mariah Carey?
This athlete has been putting on tv since he was 2 years old, spent 16 years on the PGA tour, and has won 14 major tournaments,
Who is Tiger Woods?
This cook unintentionally created potato chips when a customer complained their fries were too thick.
Who is George Crum?
Honored as "The First Lady of Civil Rights" when she held a pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott.
Who is Rosa Parks?
Famous queer artist known for the song "Old Town Road."
Who is Lil NAS X?
This athlete won a gold metal in the 1960's olympics when he defeated the heavily favored Sonny Liston for a heavyweight title.
Who is Muhammed Ali?
This women created the first hair products catered to natural black hair, while making herself the first African American women self-made millionaire.
Who is Madam CJ Walker?
This escaped slave used the network of anti-slavery activists and safe houses (Underground Railroad) to save 70+ slaves.
Who is Harriet Tubman?
The lead vocalist in Jackson 5, also known as King of Pop.
Who is Michael Jackson?
This famous baseball player broke the racial barrier and won Rookie of the year in 1947 and NL MVP in 1949.
Who is Jackie Robinson?
This inventor save thousands of lives by creating a new traffic stop that includes the yellow caution light.
Who is Garrett Morgan?
Who is Bessie Coleman?
The famous trumpet player that has a big impact on shaping Jazz.
Who is Louis Armstrong?
This athlete broke records when she won 3 gold medals in the 1960's olympics while diagnosed with polio.
Who is Wilma Rudolph?
This 6 year old was the first African American to attend William Frantz Elementary and set the chain of integrating schools.
Who is Ruby Bridges?