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Augusta Savage-Sculptor

Augusta Savage is a nationally known sculptor during the Harlem Renaissance.

Aaron Douglas-Painter

Douglas is sometimes referred to as "the father of black American art"

Quincy Jones-Producer

Quincy Jones has won over 20 Grammy Awards.

Margaret Bonds-Composer

When she showed Nadia Boulanger her work, the famed French composer said she didn't need to study with her.

Ta-Nehisi Coates-Author

Ta-Nehisi Coates is an Ameriacn author and journalist...His work has also helped connect generations as a writer of Black Panther for Marvel

Cicely Tyson-Actress

Cicely Tyson began her career as a fashion model before becoming an actress. Born in Harlem in 1924, she won numerous awards for screen...

Gregory Hines-Dancer/Actor

Gregory Hines enjoyed a celebrated life on stage and screen. He received his first acting role as a replacement for Richard Pryor.

Alma Woodson Thomas-Artist

"Man's highest aspirations come from nature. A world without color would seem dead."-Press Release, Columbus Museum of Arts & Sciences, 1982

R. Nathaniel Dett-Composer

R. Nathaniel Dett received two honorary doctorates after obtaining a college degree, yet chose to go on and obtain a graduate degree.

Alice Walker-Author

Alice Walker is a poet, author, and social activist known for the Pulitzer Prize winning book "The Color Purple." Her quotes are the best!