Sarah Gibson Jones facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sarah Gibson Jones
Born	1843
Died	1938  (aged 94–95)

Sarah Gibson Jones (1843 – 1938) was an amazing African American woman. She was a teacher, writer, poet, speaker, and part of many clubs. She was likely the first Black female journalist in the United States.

Early Life and Education

Sarah Gibson Jones was born in 1843 in Alexandria, Virginia. Her family later moved to Cincinnati. Sarah learned a lot from private teachers. She also went to the Colored Public Schools. Later, she continued her studies at the University of Cincinnati.

Her Career and Work

Sarah Gibson Jones started her career as a governess and a teacher. She loved helping others learn.

Becoming a Journalist

In 1862, Sarah began working for a newspaper called the Colored Citizen. She worked with J.P. Sampson. It is believed that she was the very first Black female journalist in the United States. This was a huge step for women and for Black journalists.

Teaching Career

In 1863, Sarah started teaching for the Cincinnati Colored School Board. She taught at the Elm Street Colored School in Walnut Hills, Cincinnati. She worked there for a long time, from 1875 until 1911. She helped many students learn and grow.

Club Work and Poetry

In 1904, Sarah joined the Federation of Colored Women's Clubs. These clubs helped women work together for important causes. The Ohio State Federation of the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs honored her. They named her their poet laureate, which means she was their official poet.

Personal Life

In 1865, Sarah married Marshall P. H. Jones. They had three children together. Sadly, only one of their children, Joseph Lawrence Jones, lived past infancy. Sarah Gibson Jones passed away on October 21, 1938. She was 94 or 95 years old.