Katherine Dunham

Katherine Dunham (1909–2006) studied the African-based dances and rituals of the Caribbean area and based many choreographic works on that research.

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Jillian Tamaki

In collaboration with her cousin, Tamaki creates believable young female characters based on her own experiences and imagination and imbues her illustrations with a strong sense of place.

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Judith Jamison

After making her New York debut with American Ballet Theater in 1964, Judith Jamison joined Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 1965.

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Estella Crosby

Beautician and community activist who formed the Boston unit of the Housewives League with Geneva Arrington and E. Alice Taylor.

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Harriet C Hall

As president of the Women’s Service Club, she spearheaded the WSC’s drive to allow African Americans to live in dormitories of local educational institutions.

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