James Howard of the Black Inventors Hall of Fame examines influential Black inventors and their contributions to the toy and game industry during this Inventors Day presentation.
Historically, the contributions and significance of Black inventors and designers of the toy and game industry have remained sequestered and largely unnoticed. James Howard of the Black Inventors Hall of Fame will highlight the Black designers, entrepreneurs and inventors who have made an impact in this ever-flourishing industry while discussing the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in innovation.
Following the presentation, attendees will have the chance to examine and explore some of the inventions discussed and also take part in other activities related to the "Three Eras of African American Inventor Experience" exhibit on display in the library's main lobby.
About the Speaker: 
James Howard is a highly accomplished lecturer, design historian, and industrial designer with a rich portfolio of 300 products and 20 patents to his name. As the Executive Director of The Black Inventors Hall of Fame, a virtual museum dedicated to highlighting the achievements of African American inventors, James Howard has been instrumental in immortalizing noteworthy inventions that have improved peoples lives but gone unnoticed. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for the United States Intellectual Property Alliance and recently assisted the National Inventors Hall of Fame in curating their very first Black Inventors exhibit, "Breaking Barriers".
Presented with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this programming do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids | All Ages | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Sports & Games | Special Events | Lectures & Panels | Education | Arts & Crafts |
TAGS: | NEH24 | NEH | Black History Month |
