Anna Elizabeth Dickinson (1842-1932)
Inscription
Anna Dickinson, a nationally renowned orator, writer, and advocate for the rights of women, Blacks, and workers, lived here. At 21 she became the first woman to address Congress, a speech attended by President Lincoln.
Location
Address1326 Arch Street
CityPhiladelphia
CountyPhiladelphia
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.950000, -75.170000
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