Dr. Bernard Harris, the first Black astronaut to walk in space, has been inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame. Learn about his groundbreaking career and legacy.
Discover how Johnson Products made history as the first Black-owned company on the stock exchange, fueled by Afro Sheen’s success and a groundbreaking partnership with Soul Train.
Alonzo Wright, Cleveland’s first Black millionaire, built a gas station empire and hired more Black youth than any businessman by 1940. Learn his inspiring story.
Dr. George Henderson, Norman’s first Black homeowner, reflects on his legacy and calls for a more inclusive future during a Black History Month address to the city.
Anita R. Ashford becomes Port Huron’s first African-American mayor, focusing on growth, unity, and housing improvements.
Matthew Simpson Davage, born in Shreveport, became the first African American president of Rust College. His remarkable contributions to education left a lasting legacy.
Discover the remarkable story of Ruth J. Simmons, the first Black American president of an Ivy League university, her journey from rural Texas to becoming a leader in higher education, and her advice for future generations.