Melnea Cass

1896–1978 (age 82)

Civil Rights Activist

Biography

Melnea Cass (1896–1978) spent a lifetime building bridges between Boston's neighborhoods, tirelessly campaigning for improved schools, housing, and civil rights for all. She was a beloved fixture in community rallies, encouraging residents to register to vote, speak out, and take pride in their neighborhoods.

While she traveled widely in pursuit of justice, she remained anchored in the city she loved, and she now rests at Mount Hope Cemetery, leaving a legacy of civic engagement and a blueprint for future advocates.

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