Did you know that Ruby Bridges worked as a travel agent for 15 years after she graduated from high school? She is best known for being the first African Amarican student to attend white only school. Ruby Bridges accomplished many important things that made our world a better place in which to live in.

Ruby Bridges going to school.

Ruby Bridges at her work.

Ruby Bridges was born on September 9, 1954 in Tylertown. She had a large family including 3 siblings. When Ruby Bridges was a child, she moved to New Orleans. In New Orleans they played softball, jump rope and climbed trees. Her family lived on a farm in Tylertown, Mississippi.

Ruby Bridges in Tylertown.

Ruby Bridges accomplished many things that made the world a better place to live. She received the Presidential Citizends Medal. She was the first African Amarican student to attend the white only school. She made a book called " through my eyes."

Ruby going to school.

Ruby at home.

Ruby being happy.

Ruby Bridges had a very interesting life! She got married to Malcolm Hall and had 4 boys. Ruby Bridges was also reunited as an adult with her former teacher Mrs. Henry.

Ruby lost a tooth

Ruby at home

Ruby Bridges is still alive. She is best known for being the first African Amarican student to attend the white only school in the south. These are some things she did for us to help us be free. It is important to remember Ruby Bridges during black history month and beyond.

Ruby with her friends

Time Line

1954- She was born

1958- Moved to New Orleans

1959- Started Kindergarten

1972- Began her career as a travel agent

1984- Married Malcolm Hall.

Ruby giving her speech

Ruby is a happy girl

Ruby is at school learning