Henry Kiddle

1824–1891 (age 67)

educator

Biography

Henry Kiddle (1824-1891) devoted his talents to education, guiding generations of young minds as an educator in an era of rapid change. His careful attention to scholarship and the young people under his charge left a legacy of learning that resonated long after his retirement.

Resting now at Cypress Hills Cemetery, Kiddle is remembered not only for his own lifelong pursuit of knowledge but also for the patience and clarity he brought to the classrooms of New York.