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Grace Morley

American museologist (1900-1985) · United States · On the map · Died at 84

Grace Louise McCann Morley was an American art historian, curator and museologist of global influence. She was the first director of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and held the position for 23 years starting in 1935.

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Padma Bhushan in science & engineering

About this person

In an interview with Thomas Tibbs, she is credited with being a major force in encouraging young American artists. The government of India awarded her the Padma Bhushan, its third highest civilian award, in 1982.

Country
United States
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1900 to 1985 · aged 84