African American Inventors
Feb 01, 2025 12:00AM ● By Catherine Atienza
Celebrating African American Inventors: A Black History Month Program, will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., February 18, at Taylor Farm Park, spotlighting the extraordinary contributions of African American inventors that revolutionized the world. Attendees are invited to delve into the innovative minds behind inventions that have transformed everyday life.
From Garrett Morgan’s lifesaving traffic light to Alfred L. Cralle’s indispensable ice cream scoop
and Frederick McKinley Jones’ game-changing mobile refrigeration system, this program shines a light on the brilliance and determination of African American pioneers in science and technology.
By honoring these trailblazers, the program not only celebrates their ingenuity, but can inspire future generations to dream big and innovate.
Admission is free. Location: 200 Whiteside Rd., Sandston. For more information, call 804-501-7275.
