Abigail Fillmore

About

Abigail Fillmore was born on March 13, 1798, in Stillwater, New York. She was the wife of Millard Fillmore, the 13th President of the United States, serving from 1850 to 1853. Abigail played an important role as First Lady, known for her efforts in promoting education and the establishment of the Library of Congress. She was an avid supporter of the arts and was influential in the creation of the first public library in the White House. Abigail Fillmore passed away on August 30, 1853, shortly after her husband left office, marking her life as a significant figure in early American history.