Eliza Ogden Butler

Biography

Eliza Ogden Butler, born in 1803, was a steadfast presence in New York society who valued family, education, and the quiet generosity that sustains neighborhoods. She was known for opening her home to gatherings that nurtured music and conversation.

Her warmth and willingness to support civic and charitable efforts gave comfort to many, so that even in mourning her loved ones recall her gentle leadership at Woodlawn Cemetery.