Henderson, Olive Myrtle
unknown · Contribution: 1908
Dentist
Second African-American female dentist in Chicago; first Black woman dental graduate of Northwestern University
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Quick facts
- Born
- 1877, Chicago, Illinois
- Active since
- 1908
- Category
- Science & Medicine
- Best known for
- First Black woman dental graduate of Northwestern University
Impact on the world
Henderson extended the path Ida Gray opened, building a long career in dentistry and serving her community while remaining active in civic organizations.
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