Made History
She is known for inspiring the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
Who was Rosa Park?
The nation's first-ever youth poet laureate, She wrote and read "The hill we climb" during the inauguration of President Biden.
Who is Amanda Gorman?
With only an elementary school education, Garrett Morgan's most influential inventions is being used today by drivers across the nation.
The Three-Light Traffic Light
She won a Grammy for Best Gospel Music and her single "Break Every Chain" reached No. 1 in 2010
Who is Tasha Cobbs Leonard?
One of the "Big Six" leaders of the civil rights, this activist spent the majority of his life fighting for people's rights until he passed away in 2020.
Who Was John Lewis?
This African American author wrote the bestselling memoir “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings"
Maya Angelou
Born on a cotton plantation in Louisiana, She was a self-made millionaire after inventing a line of African American hair care products.
Who was Madam C.J. Walker?
This famous singer is best known for leading urban contemporary gospel choirs such as The Family, God's Property, and One Nation Crew.
Who is Kirk Franklin?
When did the celebration of Black History Month begin?
1926
An intimate, powerful, and inspiring memoir by one of former First Lady of the United States, written in 2018
Becoming
In the late 19th century, an African American woman born enslaved created the original ironing board.
Who was Sarah Boone?
This vocal group consisting of 5 sisters brought gospel music to the mainstream and are considered as pioneers of contemporary gospel.
The Clark Sisters!
The first African American who won a Nobel Peace Prize
Ralph Bunche
On Sunday March 7, 1965, over 600 African American marchers, against racial injustice, walked across Selma, Alabama and were brutally attacks by state troopers.
What is "Bloody Sunday" ?