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Happy Birthday, Helen
Members of the College community gathered round their former First Lady for a notable birthday party last August. Pianist Stefan Scaggiari performed in Helen Gibson's honor, in the campus building named for her late husband.
It was a fitting tribute to an indomitable woman whose life has been devoted to the arts and service to Washington College, noted College President John Toll.
"Helen's passion for music, her energy and her vision have helped to shape the creative culture that distinguishes our campus and Chestertown today," he said. "Her tireless efforts have supported the Women's League of Washington College and the Washington College Concert Series, both of which she helped to establish."
Gibson was trained as a pianist. During her 20 years (1950-1970) at the College with her husband, Daniel Z. Gibson, Jr., she was a staunch advocate for the arts. More than 30 years later, it is a role she continues to play.
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