The Life of Bessie Coleman: First African-American Female Aviator

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Join OPL for The Life of Bessie Coleman: First African-American Female Aviator: Historical Reenactment of the life of the of the world’s first African-American female to become a licensed pilot in the 1920’s, presented by her great niece Gigi Coleman

About Gigi Coleman

Gigi’s late grandmother was Bessie Coleman’s youngest sister, Georgia. Gigi’s mother is the late Marion Coleman who in 1995, successfully petitioned the United States Postal Service for the Bessie Coleman postal stamp. Following her mother’s commitment to Queen Bess’ legacy, Gigi is passionate in her endeavors to inform the world about Bessie’s achievements in the field of aviation. She tours her one woman show and portrays the story of her Great-Aunt Bessie to challenge the minds of the young and old and to encourage individuals to achieve their dreams.