Innovating Agriculture Through History

Discover the legacy of Henry Blair, a pioneering Negro (Black) American inventor who transformed agriculture with his innovative seed planter and corn harvester in the 19th century.

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green plant on black pot

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Innovative Solutions

Historical Impact

Innovating Road Safety Since 1923

Discover the legacy of Garrett Morgan, whose groundbreaking traffic light system transformed road safety and laid the groundwork for the modern traffic control systems we rely on today.

a traffic light with a green pedestrian sign on it
a traffic light with a green pedestrian sign on it

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Trusted Innovator

Safety First

Innovative Safety Solutions for All

Discover the legacy of Garrett Morgan, inventor of the safety hood and smoke protector, revolutionizing protection for firefighters and soldiers during World War I, paving the way for modern gas masks.

shallow focus photography of gas mask
shallow focus photography of gas mask

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Trusted by Professionals

Safety First

Innovating Shoe Manufacturing Since 1883

Discover the legacy of Jan Matzeliger, the inventor of the shoe lasting machine, which transformed the shoe industry by enhancing efficiency and speed in manufacturing.

A factory filled with lots of machines and workers
A factory filled with lots of machines and workers

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Proven Quality

Celebrating Black Innovators and Inventions

Explore the legacy of Lewis Howard Latimer, who revolutionized the light bulb with his innovative carbon filament, shaping the future of electric lighting alongside Edison and Bell.

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a close up of a bunch of glass cubes

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Innovative Ideas

Enduring Impact

person holding ice cream in cone
person holding ice cream in cone

Negro inventors: The Ice Cream Scoop - Alfred Cralle (1866-1920)

Alfred Cralle patented the ice cream scoop in 1897, which is still commonly used today to serve ice cream.

a large metal door with numbers on it
a large metal door with numbers on it

Negro Inventors: The Automatic Elevator Door - Alexander Miles (1838-1918)

Miles patented the automatic elevator door system in 1887, significantly improving elevator safety

and operation.