Catherine Allen Latimer

Catherine Allen Latimer (1896-1948) was the New York Public Library's first African-American librarian. She was instrumental in forming the library's Division of Negro History, Literature and Prints, which she then headed.

Catherine Allen Latimer

Catherine Allen Latimer (1896-1948) was the New York Public Library's first African-American librarian. She was instrumental in forming the library's Division of Negro History, Literature and Prints, which she then headed.