Henry Ossawa Tanner
Henry Ossawa Tanner is the first ever International African American artist. Getting his start in France during World War I, Tanner created works of art that would end up painting him into the history...
21 Feb 20241min
Naomi Ruth Sims
Naomi Ruth Sims is the first African American Supermodel. After being teased from a young age about her height to constant discrimination, Sims battled past adversity and made history. Voiced by Jorda...
21 Feb 20241min
Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander
Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander helped pioneer education in the Black community as well as empower the Civil rights movement. Voiced by Matt Brown.
19 Feb 20241min
Charles Albert Tindley
Charles Albert Tindley is credited for creating the basis of the Civil Rights movement's anthem "We Shall Overcome" as well as writing many popular hymnals. Voiced by Jay Johnson.
17 Feb 20241min
Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong was an African American Jazz musician who helped put Black artists on the map. Armstrong won a Grammy for his song "Hello Dolly" and is best known for his song "What a Wonderful World"...
13 Feb 20241min
Black Swan
Black Swan is the first Black owned radio station. Founded by Harry Pace, Black Swan became a catalyst for Black performers and empowered the Black community. Voiced by Owen Nelson.
13 Feb 20241min
George Washington Craver
Out of all George Washington Carver’s groundbreaking achievements , he is known for being the first African American scientist. Listen now to learn more about how Craver made history and how he blazed...
9 Feb 202459s
