Marjory Stoneman Douglas ( – ) was an American journalist, author, women's suffrage advocate, and conservationist known for her staunch defense of the Everglades against efforts to drain it and reclaim land for development.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas, the “Guardian of the Glades,” led the charge to protect the Everglades and reveal their rich natural heritage to the rest of the world. A talented author and dedicated environmentalist, Douglas shined a spotlight on an American ecological treasure.
From this cottage in Coconut Grove, Marjory Stoneman Douglas wrote and advocated for the environment and social change. This property is maintained for cultural preservation and is not open to the public. Meet the woman who defended the Everglades, and the house where she launched a movement.
The name "Marjory Stoneman Douglas" will resonate forever as one of the most important voices to emerge from the dawning of environmental consciousness in 20th Century America. A lifelong crusader for conservation and women's rights through her writing and speaking, Douglas will always be remembered as "the woman who saved the Everglades."
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Many Floridians dedicated their time to conserving this unique natural resource, including Marjory Stoneman Douglas, who later became known as the mother of the Everglades. She arrived in Miami in the early 20th century, when the city was still developing.
These opening words from Marjory Stoneman Douglas’ immortal book The Everglades: River of Grass crystallize the uniqueness of the Everglades. These words could also be used to describe Marjory herself, who was as rare and unique as the Everglades she worked so hard to protect.