Matthew Vassar
Matthew Vassar
Matthew Vassar (April 29, 1792 – June 23, 1868) was an English-born American brewer, merchant and philanthropist. He founded the Vassar College in 1861, which was the first degree-granting institution of higher education for women in the United States.
Early Life
Matthew Vassar was born in Norfolk, England. His family emigrated to the United States in 1796 and settled in Poughkeepsie, New York, where his father, James Vassar, established a brewery.
Career
In 1811, at the age of 18, Matthew Vassar took over the family's brewing business, which became one of the most successful in the region. He expanded the business and became a prominent figure in Poughkeepsie, serving as an alderman and a member of the New York State Assembly.
Philanthropy
Vassar's most notable act of philanthropy was the establishment of Vassar College. He donated $408,000 and 200 acres of land for the college, which was chartered in 1861. The college was the first in the United States to grant degrees to women.
Legacy
Matthew Vassar's legacy lives on through Vassar College, which continues to be a leading liberal arts college. His contributions to education and his pioneering role in promoting women's education are widely recognized.
Death
Vassar died on June 23, 1868, in Poughkeepsie. He is buried in the family plot in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery.
See Also
References
- Matthew Vassar and the Pioneer Spirit: A History of Vassar College by Elizabeth A. Daniels
- Matthew Vassar: Brewer, Merchant, and Benefactor by James Monroe Taylor
External Links
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Portrait of Matthew Vassar by Charles Loring Elliott
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