Charles Sprague Smith

1853–1910 (age 57)

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Biography

Charles Sprague Smith devoted his life to the promotion of culture and education, fostering public programs that broadened access to learning for people of all backgrounds. His boundless energy and conviction helped establish forums where ideas could flourish and communities could gather in shared appreciation.

He is celebrated not only for his accomplishments but for the spirit of inclusion that guided everything he pursued, and his legacy endures in the institutions that benefit from his foresight.