Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Miami transforms civil rights pioneer Judge Lawson Thomas’s office into a gallery showcasing Overtown history and his groundbreaking legal legacy.
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NASA pioneer Dr. Mae Jemison, the first Black woman in space, will speak at University of Arkansas Fort Smith on April 9 about science and space exploration.
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Michael Hepburn is running for Miami mayor, aiming to make history as the city’s first Black mayor. He promises political reform, affordable housing, and transparency.
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Madam C.J. Walker and Ida B. Wells paved the way for Black entrepreneurs and journalists. Their legacy continues to inspire young Black leaders today.
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Barbara Jordan, the first Black woman in the Texas Senate and first Black Texan in Congress, reshaped American politics with her powerful voice and civil rights leadership.
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Captain Virginia Ferguson, Florida’s first Black woman USCG-licensed captain, passes away at 83. Read about her trailblazing career at Silver Springs.
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Maxine Duffus, South Yorkshire’s first Black woman bus driver, receives a blue plaque for her trailblazing career. Discover her inspiring story and legacy.
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Discover how Claudia H. Hampton, the first Black woman trustee in CSU, transformed education and expanded access for future generations.
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Jennifer Jones shares her groundbreaking journey as the first Black Rockette in her inspiring memoir “Becoming Spectacular,” revealing a life dedicated to dance and breaking barriers.
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Beaufort, SC, is building a memorial for the 1st South Carolina Volunteers—the first Black regiment to fight for the Union. Discover their forgotten heroism.
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