Historical Figures
Current Queens
Fictional Women
Invented by Women
"Girly" items
100
She was the first woman to fly across the Atlantic, traveling from Harbor Grace, Newfoundland, to Ireland in approximately 15 hours.
Amelia Earhart
100
America’s sweetheart overcame a background shrouded in poverty and abuse to become the biggest name in entertainment. A tireless activist, campaigner and television host, the superstar became the richest African American of the 20th Century. She was also the youngest female billionaire in history.
Oprah Winfrey
100
This Disney heroine disguises herself as a man to take her father’s place in the army and defend China.
Mulan
100
It was in 1980 when Theora Stephens received the patent for a more efficient hair tool. She was a Black hairdresser, who was fed up with the dull products for hair curling that she decided to take things into her own hands.
Curling Iron
100
Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner in 1920 developed an adjustable sanitary belt with a moisture-proof napkin pocket, which helped prevent leaks.
the Menstrual Pad
200
This woman became the first woman Speaker of the House of Representatives in 2007.
Nancy Pelosi
200
A three-time GRAMMY-winning rapper, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, celebrated for chart-topping hits like "Savage". A pioneering artist, she has won nine BET Awards, multiple Billboard Music Awards, and Top Rap Female Artist honors.
Megan Thee Stallion
200
This fictional pop icon from Malibu maintains anonymity with a signature blonde wig while balancing fame and normal teenage life.
Hannah Montana
200
Patented in 1904, “The Landlord’s Game” was initially designed to showcase unchecked capitalism’s evils. The original inventor was Elizabeth J. Magie, but a man took credit for it
Monopoly
200
The first doll was created in 1959, available as a blond or brunette, by Ruth Handler, a savvy businesswoman. Together with her husband, Handler co-founded the Mattel Toy Company. Replaced paper dolls completely.
Barbie
300
The final ruler of Egypt’s Ptolemaic dynasty, A formidable, politically shrewd monarch, she was directly involved in the running of a kingdom that faced challenges on many fronts.
Cleopatra
300
This American figure skater became the youngest U.S. national champion at age 13 in 2019.
Alyssa Liu
300
Daughter of Queen Hippolyta and sculpted from clay, this hero fights with indestructible bracelets and a mythical glowing rope.
Wonder Woman
300
Marie Curie discovered these elements and named them.
Radium and polonium
300
This was invented in the 1920s by French makeup artist Michelle Menard, who was inspired by automobile paint to create a glossy and long-lasting formula
Nail Polish
400
An American poet, singer, and civil rights activist best known for her autobiographies, especially I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. Her powerful words on resilience, racial equality, and womanhood made her one of the most influential voices of the 20th century, earning her multiple awards and honours.
Maya Angelou
400
a Swedish climate activist who gained global attention in 2018 for her solo strike outside the Swedish parliament. She is known for her direct speeches criticizing world leaders for their inaction on climate change.
Greta Thunberg
400
After being underestimated for her whimsical and air headed persona, this law student uses her knowledge of hair care to win a murder trial.
Elle Woods
400
Bette Nesmith Graham went from being a secretary to a millionaire. Originally marketed under the name liquid paper...
White-out
400
Mary Phelps Jacob, Caresse Crosby invented this in 1910, 19-year-old Mary was preparing to go to a ball, however, her sheer dress didn’t go well with her undergarments because the corset poked out.
A Bra
500
Who was a professional tennis player who won the Battle of the Sexes against Bobby Riggs in 1973 and is the founder of the Women's Tennis Association and the Women's Sports Foundation.
Billie Jean King
500
An American activist from New York City who started the MeToo movement. In 2006, it was as a youth program for junior and high school students with the goal of addressing the rampant sexual violence in the community.
Tarana Burke
500
Before joining the mightiest heroes, this former KGB-trained operative defected from a covert Soviet program.
Black Widow
500
Carmela Vitale from Dix Hills, New York, is the woman behind this invention. She received a patent for the it in 1985. It prevents a box from caving in at the middle and touching or ruining the food inside.
Pizza table! (pizza saver)
500
This Black entrepreneur became one of the first female self-made millionaires in the U.S. through her haircare line.
Madam C. J. Walker