Over the past few months, Ohio Black Expo has been working behind the scenes to create a permanent tribute to Columbus born inventor, engineer, and genius Granville T. Woods. Although his innovations changed transportation around the world, he still lacks name recognition in his own hometown.

Good news. Our proposal to rename Washington Blvd. to GRANVILLE T. WOODS BLVD. (near Genoa Park) was just tentatively approved. We now must raise 5,250 dollars by Friday, January 30, 2026 to move toward making this a reality.

Why Honor Granville T. Woods?

This is more than a street name. It is a permanent tribute to Black excellence in the heart of Columbus.

Our goal is to officially unveil the new street name on April 23, 2026, aligning with Granville T. Woods’ birthday. To get there, we need to submit the required funds by Friday, January 30, 2026.

Can you help us make this happen? Any contribution moves us closer to honoring a hometown legend.

All donors will be invited to stand with us and be recognized at the street dedication ceremony on April 23, 2026, and at the OHIO BLACK EXPO Riverfront Culture Fest on May 23, 2026, should they wish to be acknowledged. Together, let’s make history.

Additional information about Granville T. Woods:

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Granville T. Woods Blvd. (Time-Sensitive)

Honoring A Hometown Hero in Columbus, Ohio

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