Wednesday, September 07, 2005

So who is Arthur C. Parker




Yes - Arthur the Turtle was named after Arthur C. Parker - a real person. Check out webopedia for his details!

Arthur Caswell Parker ( April 5, 1881January 1, 1955 ) was an archaeologist, historian, folklorist, museologist and noted authority on American Indian culture. He was director of the Rochester Museum of Arts and Sciences from 1924 to 1945, and an honorary trustee of the New York State Historical Association.

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