About Ellen Schulz Quillin
Lived 1887 – 1970 (aged 82). Ellen Schulz Quillin was an American botanist, author, director, educator, botanical collector and scientific collector.
Ellen Dorothy Schulz Quillin (June 16, 1887 – May 6, 1970) She married Roy W. Quillin, an employee of Mobil and amateur ornithologist and oologist, on July 29, 1927.
Ellen Quillin published several scholarly books, articles, and popular works on local botany. The first of these was 500 Wild Flowers of San Antonio and Vicinity in 1922, with photographs by the author.
On the occasion of her retirement from the Witte, the city of San Antonio designated October 30, 1960 as "Ellen Quillin Day." She was honored with a citation from Trinity University, a resolution from the mayor, and a reception at the museum.
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Who was Ellen Schulz Quillin?
American botanist, author, educator and museum director (1892-1970)
When was Ellen Schulz Quillin born?
Ellen Schulz Quillin was born on 16 June 1887 in Saginaw.
When did Ellen Schulz Quillin die?
Ellen Schulz Quillin died on 6 May 1970 in San Antonio.
What was Ellen Schulz Quillin's occupation?
Ellen Schulz Quillin was a botanist, author, director, educator, botanical collector and scientific collector.
What nationality was Ellen Schulz Quillin?
Ellen Schulz Quillin was American.
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