The late great jazz composer and actress Abbey Lincoln . For the full story please click the link: Countdown of 10 great moments in 2010 (part 6): The new ancestors - National African-American Art | Examiner.com

Celebrated playwright Ntozake Shange (photo by Stephen Lovekin) For complete story please click the link: Countdown of 10 Great Moments in 2010 (part 4): Cultured Ladies, Political Gents - National African-American Art | Examiner.com