Maria Mitchell
American astronomer
Maria Mitchell was born on August 1, 1818 in Nantucket and died on June 29, 1889 in Lynn, aged 70. Recorded occupations: astronomer, librarian, university teacher, writer and naturalist. Country of citizenship: United States. Fields of work: astronomy, library science, natural science and pedagogy. Honours include National Women's Hall of Fame and Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Member of American Philosophical Society, American Academy of Arts and Sciences and American Association for the Advancement of Science.
- Born
- August 1, 1818 · Nantucket
- Died
- June 29, 1889 · Lynn
- Age at death
- 70
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- astronomer, librarian, university teacher, writer, naturalist
- Honours
- National Women's Hall of Fame, Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
- Wikipedia editions
- 46 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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