Martha Harris Appleton Brown

Biography

Martha Harris Appleton Brown brought warmth and cultural refinement to every room she entered, nurturing the arts and civic discourse throughout her life. Known for her gracious hospitality and her interest in literary pursuits, she helped shape the intellectual conversations of her Philadelphia circle.

She is remembered today for the quiet leadership she offered to women of her era, encouraging thoughtful engagement with education and public affairs. Martha Harris Appleton Brown’s gracious spirit continues to inspire as her memory rests beneath the tranquil trees of Laurel Hill Cemetery.