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Library Hall of Fame
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Mary Virginia Gaver
1906-12-10 – 1991-12-31
Life & Legacy
Mary Virginia Gaver (December 10, 1906 – December 31, 1991) was a United States librarian. She was president of the American Library Association 1966–1967. Gaver was considered one of the most important leaders in library science in the 20th century. She was awarded American Library Association Honorary Membership, its highest honor, in 1976.
Occupation & Career
librarian, educator
Education
Columbia University; Randolph–Macon College
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Library Hall of Fame; American Library Association Honorary Membership
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
American Library Association Honorary Membership · Library Hall of Fame
Organizations & Memberships
American Library Association
Education & Institutions
Columbia University · Randolph–Macon College
Verified Legacy Record
Award
American Library Association Honorary Membership
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q6780890 · wikidata
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q6780890 — wikidata View source
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