Elsie May Kittredge

1870–1954 (age 84)

botanist and botanical illustrator

Biography

Elsie May Kittredge dedicated her life to the study and depiction of the plant world, becoming known for both her botanical expertise and the delicate clarity of her illustrations. Her work supported botanists and educators alike, providing accurate visual records that deepened appreciation for America’s diverse flora.

Kittredge’s thoughtful stewardship of botanical knowledge made her an important figure in the scientific community, and her legacy lives on in the collections and publications that benefit from her artistry. She is remembered with affection and respect at Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum.

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