Louise Phelps Kellogg (1862-1942) was a historian, writer, and educator
The Women’s Education Association, Boston granted her a fellowship that allowed her to continue her education in London and Paris. She earned her bachelors and doctorate degrees in 1897 and 1901 from University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she studied under Frederick Jackson Turner. She was one of a handful of students who participated in Turner's class on the west, the first ever offered at any U.S. college.[1]
After graduation, she joined the Wisconsin Historical Society working with Reuben Gold Thwaites. During this time the history profession was growing, especially in the areas of state history and of the West. Kellogg at the WHS quickly gained notoriety in this field and state historical societies often consulted with her.[1]
The Wisconsin society credits Kellogg with adding immeasurable contributions that added so much good to the name of the society. She also is the recipient of the 1903 Justin Winsor Prize from The American Historical Association. She was also elected president of the Mississippi Valley Historical Association.[2]