Mary McLeod Bethune: Her Life and Legacy

Mary McLeod Bethune was the daughter of former slaves. Passionate about learning from a young age, Mary spent her remarkable lifetime as an educator and a passionate advocate for the advancement of Black people in education, politics and civil rights. She became an advisor to five Presidents and was one of the women Eleanor Roosevelt considered a close and treasured friend. Come learn more about this remarkable woman.

Sarah Gretzky has a penchant for the humanities, especially history, literature, art and architecture. A long-time advocate for understanding women’s history, Sarah enjoys studying and sharing the storied lives of remarkable women. Sarah holds a bachelor’s degree from Salve Regina University and a master’s degree in writing and oral traditions.