Stringfellow Barr

1897–1982 (age 85)

Educator

Biography

Stringfellow Barr dedicated his life to education, advocating for a humanistic liberal arts curriculum and serving as president of St. John's College, where he encouraged students to engage deeply with history, philosophy, and civic life.

His writings and lectures challenged readers to think courageously about democracy and world affairs, and he remains a guiding presence to those who honor his memory at Grace Episcopal Church Cemetery.

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