Mary Ann Wolcott Goodrich (1765-1805) was a prominent American socialite, born to Oliver Wolcott, a Founding Father. Educated at the Litchfield Female Academy, she married Chauncey Goodrich, a lawyer and politician. Her influence extended to state affairs, business, and education. However, her contributions are often overshadowed by her husband’s political career and her father’s status as a Founding Father. Her life, though short, highlights the often underappreciated role of women in the early American society.
