Emeline S. Burlingame

Biography

Emeline S. Burlingame dedicated her life to the causes of temperance and women’s rights, traveling widely as a speaker and writer who encouraged thoughtful dialogue. Her belief in moral clarity inspired many to take part in movements for social reform.

She also served as a mentor to younger women leaders, cherishing the friendships she formed, and her final resting place at Swan Point Cemetery reminds us of a lifetime spent lifting others.