Ruth Pershing Uhler facts for kids

Ruth Pershing Uhler (born in 1895, died in 1967) was an American artist, a teacher, and a special kind of museum worker called a curator. She helped people learn about art at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in Texas for many years.

Who Was Ruth Pershing Uhler?

Ruth Pershing Uhler was born in Pennsylvania in 1895. She grew up to be a talented painter and a dedicated teacher. She is best known for her important work at a big art museum.

Her Role at the Museum

From 1941 to 1967, Ruth Pershing Uhler was the very first curator of education at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston. A curator of education is someone who helps visitors understand art. They create programs and activities to teach people about the artworks in the museum. Ruth helped many people, especially young students, learn to love and appreciate art.

Her Art

Besides her work at the museum, Ruth Pershing Uhler was also a painter. One of her paintings is called Earth Rhythms. You can see this painting at the Dallas Museum of Art in Texas. Her art is a part of American history.