1800s
The 1800s were a pivotal period defined by resistance, the fight to end slavery, and this—the physical growth of the nation.
What is expansion?
These two prestigious schools, one for men and one for women, are located directly across the street from each other in Atlanta.
What are Morehouse and Spelman?
This film tells the true story of three Black women mathematicians at NASA whose brilliance launched the first American spaceflight.
What is Hidden Figures?
This musical film stars Beyoncé and Jennifer Hudson and explores the fame and ambition of a fictional girl group.
What is Dreamgirls?
This Fresh Prince turned movie star won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Richard Williams in King Richard.
Who is Will Smith?
This holiday commemorates June 19, 1865, the day the Emancipation Proclamation was finally enforced in Texas.
What is Juneteenth?
Founded in 1837 in Pennsylvania, this institution is recognized as the very first HBCU.
What is Cheyney University?
Starring Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur, this movie follows a group traveling from L.A. to Oakland while exploring grief and love through poetry.
What is Poetic Justice?
Chadwick Boseman portrays a future Supreme Court Justice in this film focused on his early career as a civil rights lawyer.
What is Marshall?
She is the first Black woman to achieve EGOT status—winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.
Who is Whoopi Goldberg?
This specific Constitutional amendment officially abolished slavery throughout the United States.
What is the 13th Amendment?
These two schools, one in D.C. and one in Virginia, are famous for their playful rivalry over which is "The Real HU."
What are Howard and Hampton?
Originally a novel by Alice Walker, this story of Celie’s resilience has been filmed twice—once starring Whoopi Goldberg and later starring Fantasia.
What is The Color Purple?
Based on an August Wilson play, this film stars Denzel Washington as a father whose regrets impact his relationship with his son.
What is Fences?
This Howard University graduate became a cultural icon as King T’Challa in Black Panther.
Who is Chadwick Boseman?
In 1859, this abolitionist led a famous uprising at Harper’s Ferry, Virginia.
Who is John Brown?
This Mississippi university is famous for its "Sonic Boom of the South" marching band and its motto, "Thee I Love."
What is Jackson State University?
Before his role in Breaking Bad, Giancarlo Esposito starred in this Spike Lee film set at the fictional Mission College.
What is School Daze?
Directed by Lee Daniels, this movie follows Cecil Gaines as he serves multiple U.S. Presidents from a unique vantage point.
What is The Butler?
Known for playing powerful leaders and mothers, she portrayed Queen Ramonda and starred in What’s Love Got to Do with It.
Who is Angela Bassett?
While the U.S. fought a Civil War over the issue, this neighboring country's leader, Vicente Guerrero, ended the practice of slavery decades earlier in 1829.
What is Mexico?
As the largest HBCU in the nation, this school is also the home of the Golden Delight dancers.
What is North Carolina A&T?
Set in a Chicago apartment and starring Sidney Poitier, this film follows the Younger family as they navigate dreams and an insurance settlement.
What is A Raisin in the Sun?
Black cinema is defined by its ability to tell stories reflecting these four elements: life, struggle, joy, and this.
What is resilience?
This Chicago native represented his city's talent in The Five Heartbeats, Love & Basketball, and The Blacklist.
Who is Harry Lennix?