Born Wilhelmina Weber Furlong in St. Louis, Missouri.
Wilhelmina Weber Furlong, a pivotal figure in American modernism, was born on November 24, 1878, in St. Louis, Missouri. Her early upbringing in an environment that nurtured artistic talents laid the foundation for her future as an influential artist and educator in the United States. As a German American, she grew up with a rich cultural heritage that deeply influenced her artistic trajectory. Her birthday marks the beginning of a life dedicated to pushing the boundaries of modern art and education.
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