Stowe facts for kids

Stowe is a name that can refer to many different things, like people, places, and even a sports event! It's a name with a rich history, connected to famous authors, brave activists, and interesting locations around the world.

Famous People Named Stowe

Many people with the last name Stowe have made a big impact in history, from writing important books to fighting for a better world.

Writers and Activists

• Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811–1896) was an American writer and a strong voice against slavery. Her most famous book, Uncle Tom's Cabin, helped many people understand the cruelty of slavery and pushed for its end.
• Calvin Ellis Stowe (1802–1886) was Harriet Beecher Stowe's husband. He was a scholar who worked to improve public education. He also helped Harriet with her writing.
• Emily Stowe (1831–1903) was a Canadian doctor and a champion for women's rights. She was the very first female doctor in Canada, opening doors for many women who came after her.
• Dorothy Stowe (1920–2010) and Irving Stowe (1915–1974) were a husband and wife team who were passionate activists. They were among the people who helped start Greenpeace, a famous organization that works to protect our planet and its environment.
• Leland Stowe (1899–1994) was an American journalist who won a Pulitzer Prize for his excellent reporting. This is one of the highest awards a journalist can receive.

Athletes and Performers

• Harry Stovey (1856–1937) was a well-known American baseball player in the early days of Major League Baseball.
• Otto Stowe (born 1949) played as a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL).
• Tyronne Stowe (born 1965) was also a professional football player, known as a linebacker in the NFL.
• William Stowe (rower) (born 1940) was an American rower who competed in the Olympic Games.
• Madeleine Stowe (born 1958) is a famous American actress who has appeared in many movies and TV shows.

Places Called Stowe

The name Stowe can be found in many different places around the world, from small villages to large towns and even natural landmarks.

Stowe in the United Kingdom

• Stowe, Buckinghamshire is a civil parish in England. It's famous for:
  • Stowe House, a grand country house with beautiful gardens.
  • Stowe School, a well-known independent school located in Stowe House.
• Stowe, Shropshire is a small village and civil parish in England.
• Stowe-by-Chartley is a village in Staffordshire, England.
• Stowe Pool is a reservoir in Lichfield, Staffordshire, which is a body of water used to store drinking water.
• Stowe is also a corner on the famous Silverstone Circuit, a race track where many exciting car races take place.

Stowe in the United States of America

• Stowe Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania is a township in Pennsylvania.
• Stowe, Pennsylvania is a census-designated place, which is a special area defined by the U.S. Census Bureau.
• Stowe, Vermont is a popular town in Vermont, known for its beautiful scenery and outdoor activities.
  • Stowe Mountain Resort is a famous ski area in Vermont, where people go to ski and snowboard.
  • Stowe Recreation Path is a popular trail for walking, biking, and running in Vermont.
• Lake Stowe is a lake also located in Vermont.
• Stowe, West Virginia is a small, unincorporated community.

Other Places Named Stowe

• Stowe, Alberta, in Canada.
• Stowe, Dominica, an island nation in the Caribbean.

Other Uses of Stowe

• Stowe Open was a professional tennis tournament that used to take place.
• Southern Railway (UK) SR V Schools class locomotive no. 928 was a type of train engine named Stowe.

See also

• Stowe manuscripts, a collection of old and important documents kept in the British Library.
• Stow (disambiguation)