Cornelia Bryce Pinchot
1881–1960 (age 79)
Conservationist/Activist
Biography
Cornelia Bryce Pinchot was born in 1881 into a family committed to civic responsibility, and she dedicated her life to both conservation and the rights of women. As an activist and public servant, she worked for the protection of natural spaces and the empowerment of citizens through progressive reforms, leaving an imprint on Pennsylvania and the nation.
Her vision for parks and public education, along with her steadfast presence in the suffrage and conservation movements, continues to inspire advocates for the environment and social justice. She rests at Milford Cemetery, where her legacy of care for people and place endures.