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Miriam Matthews

African American librarian · United States · On the map · Activists · Lived 1905 to 2003 · aged 97

Miriam Matthews was an American librarian, advocate for intellectual freedom, historian, and art collector. In 1927, Matthews became the first credentialed African American librarian to be hired by the Los Angeles Public Library.

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A typical day, 30 days to 24 September 2026

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California Library Hall of Fame2012

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Activists
Type
Activist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1905 to 2003 · aged 97