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Buffalo's first black mayor.
Who is Byron Brown?
The first African American child to attend what was previously a "Whites Only" school.
Who is Ruby Bridges?
This musical term (R&B) was first used by Billboard Magazine in the late 40's. What Does R&B stand for?
What is Rhythm and Blues?
This restaurant was known in Buffalo for great soul food and some argue the place where the original chicken wing was invented.
What is "Wings and Things"?
A letter written to white clergy from Martin Luther King Jr. while he was incarcerated.
What is "Letter from A Birmingham Jail"?
This Michael Jackson album is the 2nd most sold album ever.
What is Thriller?
This inventor discovered over 300 uses for peanuts.
Who is George Washington Carver?
This Olympic gymnast has won 11 Olympic medals and 30 world championships.
Who is Simone Biles?
Bob Lainer a Buffalo Native and Professional Basketball Player was best know for what type of shot? And we are not talking about Peter Pan.
What is a hook shot?
An abolitionist also known as "Moses".
Who is Harriet Tubman?
This artist has earned 27 Grammy Awards (more than any other rapper in history) and focuses on political and social issues as they pertain to the African American community.
Who is Kendrick Lamar?
This type of dance originated in NYC by Latino and African American Youth and encompasses Breaking, Locking, and Popping.
What is Hip-Hop Dancing?
This club was created in Buffalo as a space for musicians to gather, create, and advocate.
What is The Colored Musicians Club?
This Activist is known for saying "by any means necessary" which was a reflection of his approach in his fight for equality.
Who is Malcom X?
This artist was known as the "Queen of Soul" and won 18 Grammy Awards. Give her some R-E-S-P-E-C-T.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
This inventor discovered over 300 uses for peanuts.
Who is George Washington Carver?
This baseball player was the first African American to play in the major leagues.
Who is Jackie Robinson.
This mural is located on The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor and highlights African Americans who fought for social and economic justice.
What is "The Freedom Wall"?
At the age of 15, she was the first woman (although not well known) to refuse to give her seat up to a white woman on on the bus.
Who is Claudette Colvin?
This male artist was the first black artist to win album of the year in 1974. Isn't she lovely?
Who is Stevie Wonder?
This Actress is known for her roles in "Hidden Figures", "The Help", and "Ma".
Who is Octavia Spencer?