MUSICIANS, ARTISTS, WRITERS
This historical figure is best known for these famous songs:
- California Love
- Dear Mama
- Changes
Tupac Shakur
This famous boxer refused to be drafted in the Vietnam War due to his religious identity as a Muslim. He inspired many to stand up against the racist US government.
Muhammad Ali
This historical figure co-founded the Black Panther Party in Oakland, CA
Huey P. Newton
Which historical figures were born in the Bay Area?
1. Tupac Shakur
2. Maya Angelou
3. Huey P. Newton
This historical figure was the first Black female cable car conductor in SF!
Maya Angelou
This athlete competed and won three gold medals in front of Adolf Hitler during the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
Jesse Owens
This figure ran for President in 2024.
Dr. Cornel West
Which historical figure was previously named Cassius Clay, but changed his name when he converted to Islam?
Muhammad Ali
This historical figure was a pianist, singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist. She addressed racial inequality in her music and moved to Paris, France in 1970
Nina Simone
This iconic SF Giants baseball player started his professional career at age 16!
This Minnesotan Congresswoman was born in Somalia as a refugee. She moved to the US and now serves as a Representative for Minnesotans, standing up for immigrant communities across the state.
Ilhan Omar
Which historical figure contributed her own cells and scientific research to help study the Covid vaccine and cures for Cancer?
Henrietta Lacks
During her long career this musician has won 18 grammys! She also went on tour with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr after recording her first album.
Aretha Franklin
This athlete became the first American woman to win a gold medal in the 1948 summer olympics.
Alice Coachman
This congresswoman was the FIRST woman to ever run for President. Her campaign slogan was "unbought & unbossed"
Shirley Chisholm
Who is nicknamed the "Say-Hey Kid"
Willie Mays
Who is this amazing writer?
He is one of the most important critical voices in American culture and literature!
James Baldwin
This Olympic swimmer made history at the Rio 2016 Olympics when she became the first Black woman to win an individual Olympic gold medal in swimming for Team USA.
Simone Manuels
This young Civil Rights Activist fought to desegregate New York Public Schools. She worked alongside Dr. MLK.
Ella Baker
Which historical figure used her platform as a writer to fight for Sisters in South Africa, living under Apartheid?
Audre Lorde