Delilah Pierce facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Delilah W. Pierce
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| Born | March 3, 1904 |
| Died | May 27, 1992 (aged 88) Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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| Nationality | American |
Delilah Williams Pierce (March 3, 1904 – 1992) was an amazing African American artist, curator, and educator. She lived and worked in Washington, D.C.
Delilah Pierce was most famous for her abstract paintings. These artworks showed the beauty of the natural world in a unique way. She also painted portraits of people, landscapes, and still lifes (pictures of objects).
One of her paintings is kept in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Museum of American Art. This means it's a very important piece of art! Just a month before she passed away in 1992, she received an honorary degree from the University of the District of Columbia. She always believed in and supported local education.
What Was Delilah Pierce's Education?
Delilah Pierce worked hard to get a great education. She attended several schools to become the artist and educator she was.
- She went to Dunbar High School in Washington, D.C.
- In 1923, she earned her Teachers Certification from Miner Normal School.
- She received a diploma in Domestic Art Education from Miner Normal School in 1925.
- In 1931, she earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Howard University.
- She continued her studies and received her Master of Arts (MA) degree in 1939 from Teachers College, Columbia University in New York.
What Are Her Famous Artworks?
Delilah Pierce created many beautiful artworks throughout her life. Here are two of her notable pieces:
- DC Waterfront, Maine Avenue (1957): This painting is part of the collection at the Smithsonian Museum of American Art in Washington, D.C.
- Gayhead Cliffs, Martha's Vineyard (date unknown): You can find this artwork at the Howard University Art Gallery in Washington, D.C.
See Also
In Spanish: Delilah Pierce para niños
