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Black History Month

Feb 18: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Dr. Susan McKinney Steward

Feb 18: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Dr. Susan McKinney Steward

Raised in Crown Heights, Dr. McKinney Steward was the first Black woman to earn a medical degree in New York.
Feb. 16: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Michael K. Williams

Feb. 16: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Michael K. Williams

During his time on screen, Williams became one of the country’s most prominent actors and was described as a “singular presence, onscreen and off, who made every role his own.”
Feb 15: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Chris Rock

Feb 15: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Chris Rock

Chris Rock has become one of the most successful and well-known stand-ups in modern comedy, earning him the moniker, “funniest man in America.”
Feb 12: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Dr. Aprille Ericsson

Feb 12: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Dr. Aprille Ericsson

Dr. Aprille Ericsson is a leader in science and aeronautical engineering
Feb 9: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Jackie Robinson

Feb 9: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson was a baseball legend who broke racial barriers and earned a place in the Hall of Fame.
Feb 8: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Gabourey Sidibe

Feb 8: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Gabourey Sidibe

Gabourey Sidibe broke barriers, defied stereotypes and is defining her own success.
Feb 6: Brooklyn Black History Maker, June Jordan

Feb 6: Brooklyn Black History Maker, June Jordan

One of the most widely published and highly acclaimed African-American writers of her generation.
Feb 5: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Spike Lee

Feb 5: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Spike Lee

The award-winning director, producer, actor and writer is known for addressing the uncomfortable truths of American politics and race relations
Artist Honors Civil Rights Leader John Lewis with East Flatbush Mural

Artist Honors Civil Rights Leader John Lewis with East Flatbush Mural

Artist Kenny Altidor unveiled a new mural of John Lewis in honor of what would have been his 82nd birthday over the weekend.
Legendary Black Journalist Extends Career Through Artistic Expression

Legendary Black Journalist Extends Career Through Artistic Expression

Johnson, a former groundbreaking journalist, has pivoted to painting in his later years.