Langston University founded
*On this date we celebrate the founding of Langston University, Oklahoma’s only Historical Black College or University (HBCU).

The Savoy Ballroom opens
*On this date in 1926, the Savoy Ballroom opened in Harlem, New York.

Olaudah Equiano, slave and author!
*On this date in 1745, we remember the birth of Olaudah Equiano, an African slave, and author.

A writer of tradition, Virginia E. Hamilton. .
*Virginia Esther Hamilton was born on this date in 1936.

Mary Chappelle, teacher, poet, preacher and more!
*Mary Crosby Chappelle was born on this date in 1905.

Charles Young, an early Black military officer!
*Charles Young was born on this date in 1864.

Bobby Marshall, a Minnesota Icon . . .
*Bobby Marshall was born on this date in 1880.

Andrew Young, a pillar of community service. . .
*Andrew Young was born this date in 1932.