In the Black: Legacy of Legends

For over 30 years, Metro Atlanta’s Black-owned businesses have been building, shaping, and uplifting our community. Through powerful storytelling and stunning videography, Legacy of Legends honors the resilience, heritage, and impact of these trailblazers.  Watch. Learn. Be inspired. 🎥 By Tabius McCoy

Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home

What began as a calling at eight years old became a life’s mission. Today, Willie Watkins stands at the helm of Atlanta’s busiest mortuary, having built not just a business but a generational legacy. Through four locations serving more than 800 families annually, Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home turns moments of sorrow into dignified, deeply personal celebrations of life.

Cascade Skating

For more than 40 years, Cascade Skating has been more than a rink — it’s been a cultural landmark, a family tradition, and a heartbeat of Atlanta’s Black community. From birthday parties to Saturday night skate sessions, this legendary Cascade Road destination has rolled generations together, proving that joy, style, and community can all glide under the same roof.