Violet Oakley (1874-1961)
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Artist famed for her murals in Pennsylvania's State Capitol, reflecting Penn's ideals of justice & peace.
Waymark Code: WM12CZ1
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 05/01/2020
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Violet Oakley (1874-1961)- Artist famed for her murals in Pennsylvania's State Capitol, reflecting Penn's ideals of justice & peace. Also noted for her work in stained glass; book & magazine illustrations. One of three women artists who moved in 1906 to "Cogslea," she lived & worked here until 1961.
Marker Name: Violet Oakley (1874-1961)
County: Philadelphia
Date Dedicated: 10/20/1998
Marker Type: City
Location: 615 St. George's Rd., off McCallum St., Philadelphia
Category: Artists, Glass, Government & Politics, Women
Website: [Web Link]
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