She brought heat to the cold — and innovation to the culture.
In 1919, Alice H. Parker patented a design for a gas-powered, central heating system — a concept far ahead of its time. Her invention allowed people to heat different areas of a home individually, laying the groundwork for modern thermostats and HVAC systems.
At a time when few women — especially Black women — were recognized in science or tech, Parker’s idea was revolutionary. Though she never received the credit she truly deserved, her design reshaped how we live and stay warm to this day.
This tee honors the woman who sparked comfort through creation.
She didn’t just change the temperature — she changed the future. Keep her name alive. Wear the warmth of Alice Parker.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Side-seamed
Size guide
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
| Length (inches) | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 |
| Width (inches) | 16 ½ | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 |
| Weight | 130.407806 lbs |
|---|---|
| Color | Black, Tan |
| Size | Small,, Medium,, Large,, XLarge,, 2XLarge,, 3XLarge |
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