Black History Month: This Rockfordian was a Hall of Fame gymnast
How much do you know about Rockford's Black history? In celebration and recognition of Black History Month, the Rockford Register Star has partnered with the Rockford Public Library's Local History Room to bring our readers a local Black history fact of the day.
Visit rrstar.com or the Rockford Register Star newspaper each day throughout the month of February to read about the people, places and events that played significant roles in shaping the rich fabric of Rockford's Black history.
February 18, 2024
In 1968, Alexandra Nicholson kicked off her trampolining career in Rockford.
As a competitive gymnast, Nicholson claimed 12 national titles, numerous local and regional titles, and secured two senior F.I.T. World Championships titles on the trampoline.
In 2002, she was inducted into the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame.
Want to learn more about Alexandra Nicholson? Visit the Rockford Public Library's Local History Room at rockfordpubliclibrary.org/local-history or in person at the Hart Interim Library, 214 N. Church St.
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