Lena Olive Smith was the first Black woman to be licensed to practice law in Minnesota, and she advocated for fair housing and broke down barriers for the Black community in media, education, and society.
Lena Olive Smith
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Minnesota Black History Salute: Lena O. Smith
In honor of Black History Month, we’re sharing short clips highlighting the legacy and history of Blacks in Minnesota. This week, we salute Lena Olive Smith, Minnesota’s first female African American lawyer.