When the stories of African Americans were at risk of being forgotten, Julieanna L. Richardson took decisive action.

With a rich background spanning theatre, television production, and cable television, she founded The HistoryMakers—the largest national collection effort of African American video oral histories. Her groundbreaking work transforms how cultural narratives are documented and preserved, ensuring that critical voices and experiences are captured for future generations.

Richardson's innovative approach bridges media, history, and cultural preservation, providing unprecedented insights into the African American experience.