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Maria Mitchell never went to college but she had an honorary degree and many awards. She was born in 1818 into a large Quaker family. Her father taught her at home and then she went to a school for young ladies. After that she was self-taught. One award she received was for discovering a comet and one of the craters on the moon is named for her.
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Where did maria mitchell attend college?
where did Maria Mitchell attend college
Where did maria mitchell go to school?
Vassal College
Has Maria Mitchell received any awards?
the king of Denmark awarded Maria Mitchell a prestigious prize and became not only the first American to win that special prize, but the first lady to actually get it in history.
Did maria mitchell have a boyfriend?
It is not known if Maria Mitchell has a boyfriend. Maria Mitchell is an astronomer most known for discovering the comet, Miss Mitchell's Comet.
Does maria mitchell has children?
no, maria Mitchell never had children
What was Maria Mitchell's full name?
Maria Mitchell's middle name was Salmon. (Maria Salmon Mitchell). See Related Link.
What is Maria Mitchell's birthday?
Maria Mitchell was born on August 1, 1818.
What kind of comet did Maria Mitchell discover?
Maria Mitchell discovered a telescopic comet
When did Maria Mitchell die?
Maria Mitchell died on June 28, 1889 at the age of 70.
What is maria mitchell's moms name?
Lydia Mitchell
What is maria mitchell's dads name?
William Mitchell
Why is maria mitchell famous?
Maria Mitchell was famous for her work as an astronomer. She discovered a comet in 1847 which is named after her.
