Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Yonnie Collins, the first Black member of the Haverhill School Committee, is focused on improving student wellness, advocating for trauma-informed education, and fostering change in the school system.
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Katrina Hobbs Everett has made history as Haverhill’s first Black woman elected to the City Council. Learn about her political journey and her vision for the future of the city.
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Dr. Robert S. Peterkin, Boston’s first Black headmaster, pioneered groundbreaking educational programs that transformed schools across the nation. His legacy continues to inspire generations.
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Across the Bridge documentary reveals the untold story of Eugene’s first Black community, showcasing their resilience, faith, and the legacy of those displaced by the Ferry Street Bridge.
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Dr. Harold Jordan, Vanderbilt’s first Black resident and Tennessee’s mental health commissioner, leaves legacy of breaking barriers and compassionate care.
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Richard Parsons, the first Black CEO of Time Warner, passed away at 76. His leadership and legacy shaped major companies, and his contributions to business and culture will be remembered.
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Discover the inspiring life and tragic loss of Detective Sgt. Monica Mosley, the first Black female sergeant in Cumberland County, who left an indelible mark on her community and law enforcement.
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Tameka Ellington becomes the McKinley Museum’s first Black history curator, leading plans for a dedicated Black history wing.
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Tauana McDonald has been named the President and CEO of Mount Carmel Health System, becoming the first African American woman to lead the 138-year-old organization. Learn more about her leadership and achievements.
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A monument to honor 70 Black Union soldiers from Franklin County will be unveiled at the historic First Baptist Church in Rocky Mount, Virginia in late 2025.
Recent Posts
- Fahteema Parrish Leads the First Black Woman-Owned Firm to Win Kansas City’s Top Small Business Award in 36 Years
- Hopkinsville Non-Profit Revives County’s First Black High School as Community Hub for Growth and Hope
- Cardinal Turkson of Ghana Emerges as Top Pick to Become Catholic Church’s First Black Pope as Conclave Nears
- Black Girl Power on Full Display — 25-Year-Old Gabrielle A. White Becomes First Woman to Beat Army’s Grueling Ranger Challenge
- At 78, Barbara Lee Elected as Oakland’s First Black Woman Mayor After Decades in Congress Fighting for Civil Rights
