The Tragic Story of Chloe Cooley
Chloe Cooley was a young enslaved Black woman in Canada during the late 1700s. On March 14, 1793 she was sold against her will, back...
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Black Women’s History
Harriet E. Wilson: The first female African-American novelist
Harriet E. Wilson is considered the first female African-American novelist, as well as the first African American of any gender to publish a novel on...
Rose Fortune: Pioneer Black Canadian Businesswoman
Rose Fortune (March 13, 1774-February 20, 1864), a Black Loyalist originally from the US, is best-known for her talent as a businesswoman at a time...
Mme. Abomah: The African Giantess who was once the tallest woman in the world
Mme. Abomah was an international celebrity known as the Amazon Giantess and the African Giantess. In the early 1900’s, she traveled all over the world...
10 Interesting Facts about Harriet Tubman
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars...
Anna Maria Weems: Escaped from the Maafa (Slavery) disguised as a male carriage driver
In 1855, Anna Maria Weems escaped to freedom disguised as an enslaved male named “Joe Wright.” This fifteen-year-old young woman had been planning her escape...
Augusta Savage: African-American Sculptor
“I have created nothing really beautiful, really lasting, but if I can inspire one of these youngsters to develop the talent I know they possess,...
Marian Anderson: Legendary African American Contralto
“Everyone has a gift for something, even if it is the gift of being a good friend.” Marian Anderson was one of the most celebrated...
Ann Lowe: The African American Fashion Designer Who Created Jacqueline Kennedy’s Wedding Dress
Ann Cole Lowe was the first African American to become a noted fashion designer. Lowe’s one-of-a-kind designs were a favorite among high society matrons from...
Empress Taytu: Warrior Queen of the 1896 Battle of Adwa
Taytu Betul was a formidable queen and empress of Ethiopia (1889–1913). She was the wife of Emperor Menelek II and was also the inspiration behind...