Ellen MacGregor

1906–1954 (age 48)

Biography

Ellen MacGregor was the author behind the beloved Miss Pickerell series, introducing generations of young readers to science-based adventures that combined curiosity with warmth. Her stories encouraged girls and boys to explore the world with Miss Pickerell and her companions by their side.

MacGregor's writing career bloomed in the 1940s and early 1950s, and her books remain in print as a testament to her ability to blend fact with fun. Those who treasure her work still visit Oak Woods Cemetery to remember the Chicago-area writer who left such an inspiring legacy.

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