Black History Everyday

Fani Willis born 1971. First woman of any race to become district attorney of Fulton County, Georgia.

William T. Shorey born in Barbados, (July 13, 1859 – April 15, 1919) was the only Black ship captain on the west coast…

Paul Revere Williams 1884-1980. First Black person to become a member of the American Institute of Architects in 1923.

MC Sha-Rock born 1962. First woman DJ/emcee/rapper of hip-hop.

Nathaniel Alexander invented and patented the folding chair in 1911. His date of birth and death are unknown.

Maya Sona Jobarteh born 1983. First female professional kora player.

Hella Coastal Oakland, CA’s first Black owned brewery.