Profile of the Day: Laura Ingalls Wilder
Today we remember author Laura Ingalls Wilder, who died on this day in 1957 at the age of 90. See what you can learn from Laura Ingalls Wilder’s death certificate here.
Born in a log cabin outside of Pepin, Wisconsin, Wilder’s life in the Big Woods with her pioneer family formed the basis of her autobiographical series of “Little House” books. Her stories proved to be immensely popular with readers and inspired the hit television show, Little House on the Prairie, starring Melissa Gilbert as Laura. To date, the “Little House” books have been translated into dozens of languages and continue to be read by new generations of fans.
Did you read her books or watch the Little House television show?
Explore Laura Ingalls Wilder’s family tree on Geni and discover how you’re related to the remarkable author!
View Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Geni Profile