Black History Month: George Washington Carver

Illustration of George Washington Carver by Samantha Mandujano
Illustration of George Washington Carver by Samantha Mandujano

George Washington Carver, an agricultural scientist, invented more than 300 peanut-based products.

Black History Month became official in 1926 after Carter Godwin Woodson proposed it. He was author and historian. It was originally just a week-long celebration, but expanded to a month-long celebration in 1976.

Fun Facts & Illustration by Samantha Mandujano