Shades of Strength: Trailblazing Black Men Who Helped Shape Kentucky

Shades of Strength celebrates Black men whose courage, skill, leadership, and vision helped shape Kentucky and the nation. From educators, jockeys, community leaders, and truth-tellers who carried their people forward, this book honors strength in all its forms.

Be inspired as you color and learn about dynamic men such as the explorer York, community activist Rev. Louis Coleman, political leader Senator Gerald Neal, educator Dr. Ricky Jones, famed sculptor Ed Hamilton, and many more trailblazing Black men who helped shape Kentucky!

Illustrated by Jide’ Fresh, created by Hannah L. Drake & Josh Miller

You can pickup FREE copies of Shades of Strength at the Louisville Urban League, Roots 101 African American Museum, Norton Sports Complex and Blak Koffee, while supplies last!

Photos from the comic book launch event at Roots 101 African America Museum by Kriech-Higdon Photography.