African american folklorist, novelist, short story writer, and civic rights advocate (1891–1960).

Born January 7th, 1891 in Notasulga.

Died January 28th, 1960 at 69 years old in Fort Pierce (stroke).

Lorraine Hansberry

Born May 19th, 1930 in Chicago.

Died January 12th, 1965 at 34 years old

Toni Morrison

Born February 18th, 1931 in Lorain.

Died August 5th, 2019 at 88 years old

Zelda Fitzgerald

Born July 24th, 1900 in Montgomery.

Died March 10th, 1948 at 47 years old

Lena Horne

Born June 30th, 1917 in New York City.

Died May 9th, 2010 at 92 years old

Ida B. Wells

Born July 16th, 1862 in Holly Springs.

Died March 25th, 1931 at 68 years old