Spelman College is a historically Black women's college located in Atlanta, Georgia. It was founded in 1881 as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary by two white women, Sophia B. Packard and Harriet E. Giles, with the aim of providing education to African American women. In 1884, the school was renamed Spelman Seminary in honor of Laura Spelman Rockefeller and her parents who were prominent abolitionists and supporters of education.

From its inception, Spelman College has played a crucial role in the education and empowerment of Black women. It has produced numerous influential figures in Black history, including civil rights activists, educators, politicians, artists, and more. Notable alumni of Spelman College include author Alice Walker, singer-songwriter and civil rights activist Bernice Johnson Reagon, and actress Keshia Knight Pulliam.

The college has a strong commitment to social justice, community service, and leadership development, and continues to be a leading institution for the advancement of Black women in various fields. Spelman College remains a beacon of excellence and empowerment in Black history and continues to make significant contributions to society.