Robert McFerrin, the first Black man to perform at the Metropolitan Opera, broke barriers in classical music, paving the way for future generations of Black opera singers. His impact stretches beyond opera into spiritual music and film.
Discover the inspiring story of Margaret S. Collins, America’s first Black female entomologist, who revolutionized termite research and fought for civil rights.
Hayes Edward ‘Big Ed’ Sanders made history as Idaho’s first Black heavyweight Olympic gold medalist. Learn about his inspiring career and legacy in boxing.
Discover the groundbreaking journey of General Frederic Davison, the first Black Major General in the U.S. Army, and his impact on Black leadership in military history.
Discover the inspiring story of Garrison Payne, the first Black commissioned officer in the U.S. Navy, whose bravery and leadership during World War I have been overlooked for decades.
Discover how Len Dyke, Dudley Dryden, and Tony Wade transformed black hair and beauty in the UK by establishing Britain’s first black-owned multi-million-dollar business.
Discover the remarkable story of Pío Pico, California’s first African-American governor, who rose from diverse roots to prominence as a landowner and political leader, only to face loss during the transition to American rule.