Mary Wise and Ben Parrott

Mary Wise and Ben Parrott

1973 Amy Angell Collier Montague Medal

With recognition of dual civic achievements for four decades, including religious, educational, philanthropic, cultural and horticultural activities; for their abiding generosity of spirit.


The Amy Angell Collier Montague Medal is awarded for outstanding civic achievement.

The Amy Angell Collier Montague Medal was endowed by Gilbert Holland Montague in memory of his wife (1872–1941), a member of Garden Club of Mount Desert, Zone I. Amy derived great happiness from horticulture, music, and involvement in civic improvement. The medal, designed by Gertrude K. Lathrop, was first awarded in 1950.

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