Jamaica
Most popular Jamaican Reggae artist.
Who is Bob Marley?
The Crescent City, also known as New Orleans, birthed this genre.
What is jazz?
Once a girls' college, it is now a famous co-ed institution in D.C.
What is Howard University?
Famous NBA star opened his own school called the "Promise Academy"
Who is LeBron James?
This former Golden Gloves boxer founded and owned one of the largest black companies in Detroit.
Who is Barry Gordy?
First man in history to set three world records in the Olympics
Who is Usain Bolt?
Our festival is brings millions of tourists a year.
What is Mardi Gras?
Famous Alumni include, Samuel L. Jackson, MLK, and Spike Lee
What is Morehouse College?
This comedic team traveled throughout the late 90's, early 2000's
Who are the Kings of Comedy?
This group sang Mo'Town's first #1 song, "Please Mr. Postman."
father of the "Back to Africa" Movement
Who is Marcus Garvey?
Culture that was mixes French, Spanish, and Black
What is Creole?
Once a marching band powerhouse, this institution appeared on "Drumline"
What is Morris Brown College?
Movie franchise follows the boxing journey of Apollo's son
What is Creed?
This artist constructed a thoughtful and socially conscious album that discussed Inner City Blues
Who is Marvin Gaye?
Jamaican preacher is recognized as a national hero and appears on the Jamaican $50 bill
Who is Samuel Sharp?
The oldest Surviving African American community in the United States.
What is the Treme neighborhood?
This institution was founded by Booker T. Washington
What is Tuskegee University?
Before having problem with taxes, this actor was known for his roles as "Blade", and "Nino Brown",
Who is Wesley Snipes?
In 1973 I became the first black mayor of Detroit
Who is Coleman Young?
This plant increased African slavery for free labor.
What is sugar cane?
She is the current mayor (first in NOLA history)
LaToya Cantrell
this fictitious HBCU taught freshmen Lisa Bonet many lessons
What is Hillman College?
This family of comedians took over Hollywood in the 80's with projects like "In Living Color"
Who are the Wayans?
A movement in which blacks moved from the South and swelled Detroit's population by 611%
What is the Great Migration?