Motown Magic
This Detroit record label was home to stars like Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye.
What is Motown
This 1970s sitcom featured Florida, James, and their kids J.J., Thelma, and Michael
What is Good Times
Known as the “Queen of Soul,” she sang “Respect.”
Who is Aretha Franklin
She refused to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama.
Who is Rosa Parks
These shoes were popular for dancing and had a shiny black-and-white look.
What are saddle shoes
He was known as the “Prince of Motown” and sang “What’s Going On.”
Who is Marvin Gaye
This show starred Bill Cosby as Dr. Cliff Huxtable.
What is The Cosby Show
This gospel singer was famous for “Oh Happy Day.”
Who is Edwin Hawkins
He delivered the famous “I Have a Dream” speech.
Who is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This sweet treat was often sold by the slice at church fundraisers.
What is pound cake
This girl group sang hits like “Baby Love” and “Stop! In the Name of Love.”
Who are The Supremes
Sherman Hemsley played George Jefferson in this hit sitcom.
What is The Jeffersons
He was known as the “Godfather of Soul.”
Who is James Brown
This baseball legend broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball.
Who is Jackie Robinson
This outdoor game used a long rope and two people turning it.
What is jump rope
Known for his smooth voice, he sang “My Girl” with The Temptations.
Who is David Ruffin
This show featured Steve Urkel and the Winslow family.
What is Family Matters
This singer’s powerful voice made “I Will Always Love You” a worldwide hit.
Who is Whitney Houston
She was the first African American woman elected to Congress.
Who is Shirley Chisholm
Many families gathered around this device to listen to music and news before TV.
What is the radio
This Motown founder turned a small studio into a music empire
Who is Berry Gordy
This variety show starred a young Michael Jackson and his brothers.
What is The Jacksons Variety Show
This gospel legend sang “Take My Hand, Precious Lord.”
Who is Mahalia Jackson
This inventor improved the traffic signal and the gas mask.
Who is Garrett Morgan
This neighborhood gathering often featured barbecue, music, and card games.
What is a block party