Black History Month Trivia: Inventors

Which African American inventor is known for having more than 50 patents to his name?

This woman is credited with the creation of the home security system. Modern home security systems still use her model to this day.

One of the most successful inventors of all time, this man created life-saving devices, such as the traffic light and the gas mask.

This individual became the first female African American doctor to receive a medical patent.

This African American inventor is best known for creating the incandescent lightbulb.

She was the first African American woman to receive a patent of any kind. She is best known for her invention of the “Cabinet Bed”.

This incredible inventor made impressive contributions to the “pacemaker” after he lost his mother to heart failure. His invention is said to have saved “countless” lives worldwide.

This black female inventor created the first hair care straightening formula and paved the path for others to follow and expand on the product.