The inspiring story of Edwina Justus, the first Black female engineer at Union Pacific Railroad in 1976. From overcoming challenges to advocating for diversity, learn about her trailblazing achievements and lasting legacy in the transportation industry.
The remarkable journey of Ed Dwight, America’s first Black astronaut candidate, as he finally prepares to soar into space at the age of 90 with Blue Origin’s New Shepard-25 mission. Learn about his trailblazing legacy, Blue Origin’s commitment…
The remarkable life of James McCune Smith, M.D., the first African American to earn a medical degree. From breaking barriers in medicine to advocating for abolition and leaving a multifaceted legacy, Smith’s contributions resonate through history, inspiring generations.
Rob “ProBlak” Gibbs, the pioneering Boston-based street artist and muralist commissioned to paint Dewey Square on the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Learn about his impactful community-driven art and acclaimed “Breathe Life” mural series.
The inspiring story of Yvette Bonny, the brave Haitian doctor who performed the first bone marrow transplant in Canada.
How Oheneba Boachie-Adjei made history as the first Black orthopaedic surgeon appointed Full Professor & Chief at the Hospital for Special Surgery. Explore his pioneering contributions to spinal deformities treatment and his inspiring legacy in philanthropy.
Clarice Phelps, the first Black woman to contribute to the discovery of an element on the periodic table. Learn about her groundbreaking journey in science and how she overcame barriers to inspire the next generation of scientists.