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Hattie Greene Lockett
1880–1962
Known for writing The Unwritten Literature of the Hopi, she brought together the worlds of Arizona ranch life, education, and cultural study. Her career also reflected a long commitment to civic work and public speaking.
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The Unwritten Literature of the Hopi
by Hattie Greene Lockett
About the author
Hattie Myrtle Greene Lockett was an American writer, rancher, teacher, and clubwoman whose life was closely tied to Arizona. Born in Illinois in 1879, she later settled in the Southwest, where she became active in education and public life.
She is best remembered for The Unwritten Literature of the Hopi, a work that explored Hopi stories and traditions. Alongside her writing, she was known for ranching and for her work in women’s organizations, which made her a visible figure in Arizona civic life.
Lockett’s contributions were recognized long after her lifetime: she was inducted into the Arizona Women’s Hall of Fame in 1987. She died in 1962, leaving behind a legacy that connects regional history, literature, and community leadership.