Black History
In 1955, this woman refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery.
This act sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal civil rights movement event.
Rosa Parks
This Queen of Soul revolutionized music with her powerful vocal performances.
Aretha Franklin
This former First Lady is a bestselling author, lawyer, and advocate for education and healthy families
Michelle Obama
This dish, made with rice, sausage, and seafood, is a Louisiana Creole classic that blends African, French, and Spanish influences.
Jambalaya
This celebration, held from December 26 to January 1, honors African heritage and includes principles like Umoja (unity) and Kujichagulia (self-determination)
Kwanzaa
Appointed in 1967, this Supreme Court Justice was the first African American to hold this title
Thurgood Marshall
This actress' performance in Monster Ball made her the first African American woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress in 2002
Halle Berry
This gymnast has won more World Championship medals than any other gymnast in history—male or female.
Simone Biles
This dish, popular in the South, is made from cornmeal and often served alongside fried fish or barbecue.
Cornbread
This traditional dish, often made with greens, smoked meat, and cornbread, is a staple in many Black households—especially on Sundays.
soul food
Founded in 1909, this organization has been a leading force in the fight for civil rights and racial justice in America.
NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)
The catchphrase “Dy-no-mite!” is iconic from this popular 1970s TV show
Good Times
This Nobel Peace Prize winner became South Africa’s first Black president after spending 27 years in prison.
Nelson Mandela
This sweet treat, made from fried dough and dusted with powdered sugar, is a staple at Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.
Beignets
This celebration, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.
Juneteenth
This abolitionist, writer, and orator escaped slavery and later became the first African American nominated for Vice President of the United States in 1872.
Frederick Douglass
This genre, born in the Bronx during the 1970s, combines DJing, MCing, breakdancing, and graffiti art into a cultural movement that changed music forever.
Hip-Hop
This Harvard-educated lawyer became the first Black woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice.
Ketanji Brown Jackson
This dish, often served on Sundays in many Black households, features slow-cooked greens seasoned with smoked meat for extra flavor.
Collard Greens
This tradition occurs at the end of a wedding ceremony, symbolizing sweeping away the past and starting fresh
jumping the broom
Founded in 1837, this University in Pennsylvania was the first HBCU in existence
Cheyney University
This pioneering artist was the first rapper to win a Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2018, breaking barriers for hip-hop in the world of classical recognition.
Kendrick Lamar
This filmmaker made history by becoming the first Black director to win an Academy Award for Best Picture with 12 Years a Slave.
Steve McQueen
This green vegetable, often used in gumbo and stews, is known for its slimy texture when cooked and is a staple in Southern and West African dishes.
Okra
This hairstyle, deeply rooted in African culture, symbolizes pride and heritage and became a powerful statement during the Civil Rights Movement.
Afro