Mary Emilda Curley (1882-1930) lived here with her husband, Mayor James Michael Curley, influencing him behind the scenes while raising their nine children.
Mary Emilda Curley (1882-1930) lived here with her flamboyant husband Mayor James Michael Curley over whom she exercised a strong, calming influence. She kept strictly out of public politics, almost never appearing in print, choosing instead to advise her husband behind the scenes. She had nine children and was an accomplished equestrienne. The Mary E. Curley School at 493 Centre Street is named after her.
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The Boston Women’s Heritage Trail celebrates the past accomplishments of remarkable women in Boston, claiming their rightful place in our City’s history. Through education, reflection, and an interactive city-wide monument, we activate the powerful female side of Boston’s history.
