Ann Overing Wainwright Townsend

Biography

Ann Overing Wainwright Townsend, born in 1821, carried herself with grace amid the social life of Washington, bridging antebellum traditions with the new century’s expectations. Her presence in social gatherings was marked by courtesy, hospitality, and a genuine interest in the people around her.

She remained a respected figure in circles that valued refinement and friendship, and her name is honored among those interred at Rock Creek Cemetery.