Miers Fisher Longstreth

Biography

Miers Fisher Longstreth dedicated himself to philanthropy throughout his life, championing educational and charitable institutions in Philadelphia and bringing a thoughtful, measured generosity to scientific societies and relief organizations.

He preferred to support quiet improvements to schools, hospitals, and neighborhood services, trusting that steady efforts could strengthen the city, and he was interred at Laurel Hill Cemetery in 1891, leaving a legacy of civic responsibility.