Introduction to Benjamin Banneker
Benjamin Banneker (1731–1806) was a remarkable figure in early American history—a free African American born in Baltimore County, Maryland, who became a s…
The 17 year Cicadas are starting to emerge in the US this year. Did you know Benjamin Banneker may have been the first to observe and document the 17 year Cicadas? He first observed this p…
Special thanks to the Urban Spectrum for including Derrick Holmes in this event showcasing the legacies of some black inventors. Of course Derrick spoke about Benjamin Banneker and how his ma…
