Charlotte History
This historically Black College or University is located in Charlotte.
What is Johnson C. Smith University?
This scientist and inventor was known for his work with peanuts.
This actress was the first Black woman chosen as Miss America.
Who is Vanessa Williams?
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. graduated from this HBCU.
What is Morehouse College?
This theater in Harlem is famous for showcasing Black talent.
What is the Apollo Theater?
This person was Charlotte's first Black mayor.
Who is Harvey Gantt?
This man was the first Black inventor to receive a patent. (You may receive a bonus 100 points for knowing what they invented!)
Who is Thomas Jennings?
He created "dry scouring", a predecessor to modern dry cleaning.
Rosalind 'Rox' Brewer was recently chosen to be the CEO of this Fortune 500 Company, making her the only current Black woman to hold such a position, and only the 3rd Black woman in history.
What is Walgreens?
This women's liberal arts college is located in Atlanta, Georgia.
What is Spelman College?
This pioneer in the beauty services industy was the Black woman millionaire.
Who is Madam C.J. Walker?
Double Jeopardy!
This woman was one of the first four students to integrate Charlotte's schools in 1957.
Who is Dorothy Counts-Scoggins?
This notable scientist, astronomer, and inventor was commissioned to help layout Washington, D.C.
Who is Benjamin Banneker?
This renowned politician became the first woman to run for president.
Who is Shirley Chisolm?
Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from this HBCU.
What is Howard University?
This historian, author, and journalist was responsible for starting Black History Week.
Who is Carter G. Woodson?
This person was Charlotte's first Black WOMAN mayor.
Who is Vi Lyles?
This person invented the elevator.
Who is Alexander Miles?
This crusader against lynching founded the first Black women's suffrage organization.
Who is Ida B. Wells-Barnett?
Double Jeopardy!
This state has 14 Historically Black Colleges and Universities, making it the state with the highest number of HBCUs.
What is Alabama?
Who is Sidney Portier?
This Black graphic designer designed the seal of Mecklenburg County.
Who is Harvey Boyd?
This businessman and inventor created the first traffic signal.
Who is Garrett Morgan?
This artist was mentioned by Rolling Stones as one of the "Greatest Singers of All-Time" and was the FIRST woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
Booker T. Washington founded this Historically Black institution on July 4, 1881.
What is Tuskegee Institute?
The NAACP was founded in this year.
What is 1909?