Madison Grant

Biography

Madison Grant, born in 1865, became a leading voice for wildlife preservation, playing key roles in efforts to protect the American bison, expand national parks, and found conservation organizations devoted to safeguarding natural habitats. His influence helped ensure that landscapes and species would be enjoyed by future generations.

While Grant’s conservation work earned him widespread recognition, some of his other writings expressed ideas now discredited, and his life serves as a reminder of the complexity of historical legacies; he rests at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, where visitors may contemplate both his contributions and the lessons they inspire.