Musicians
He began singing with 4 of his older brothers and then became famous for his 'Moonwalk' and thrilling dance moves.
Who was Michael Jackson?
Born Sarah Breedlove, she became the first African American millionaire by selling hair care products.
Who was Madam CJ Walker?
This six time NBA champion played for UNC and the Chicago Bulls. He used to own the Charlotte Hornets.
Who was Michael Jordan?
After a long day at work, this brave lady refused to give up her seat on the bus and started a movement.
Who was Rosa Parks?
She started a space camp for children after being the first African American female to fly in space.
Who is Mae Jemison?
This famous artist plays many instruments, despite not being able to see the sheet music.
Who is Stevie Wonder?
Fire fighters can thank this inventor for this mask that filters out smoke.
Who was Garrett Morgan?
She lost use of her left leg at age four, and at age 16 she became the first black woman to win a medal in the Summer Olympics.
Who was Wilma Rudolph?
He was born in Hawaii, won a Nobel Peace Prize, and was the 44th President of the United States.
Who was Barak Obama?
Born in Charlotte, NC and raised in New York, this artist is known for his collages, which he created largely from painted paper, magazine clippings, and bits of fabric.
Who is Romare Beardon?
This 6 time Grammy award winner sang the National Anthem at the 1991 Super Bowl. She sang the popular song "I Wanna Dance With Somebody."
Who is Whitney Houston?
He invented a device that would automatically add oil as it was needed and as the train kept moving.
Who was Elijah McCoy?
He was the first African American player for the Brooklyn Dodgers and made it to six World Series.
Who is Jackie Robinson?
This lawyer fought against segregation in schools and later became the first African American Supreme Court Justice.
Who was Thurgood Marshall?
Born a slave in 1838, he became one of the first African Americans to work in law enforcement.
Who was Bass Reeves?
Born Troy Andrews, this Grammy nominated trombone player lead a band at age six and headlines the New Orleans Jazz Fest.
Who was Trombone Shorty?
He was the first African-American student at Iowa State and known for discovering many ways to use a peanut.
Who is George Washington Carver?
He was the home run king (estimated 962 home runs) and catcher that never made it to the MLB.
Who was Josh Gibson?
At the age of nine, this civil rights activist was arrested and spent 5 nights in jail.
Who was Audrey Faye Hendricks?
She was picked to read her poem at the 2021 presidential inauguration.
Who is Amanda Gorman?
She is best known for performing at the Lincoln Memorial in 1939, after she was denied permission to sing for an integrated audience at Washington's DAR Constitution Hall.
Who is Marian Anderson?
Although a poor score on a test initially discouraged him, this African American persevered and created the ultimate squirt gun.
Who is Lonnie Johnson?
Born Cassius Clay, Jr., this boxer won a gold medal in the Olympics and 3 heavy weight titles.
Who is Muhammad Ali?
This Yale Law School graduate has spent many years helping people register to vote and protecting voter rights. She shares a birthday with Miss Perkins (Dec. 9th).
Who is Stacey Abrams?
The first African American to reach the North Pole in 1909. He later wrote a book about his experience.
Who is Matthew Henson?