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Portrait of Clementina Rind

Clementina Rind

Williamsburg's first woman printer, who took over her husband William Rind's printing business.

From "The Printer in Eighteenth-Century Williamsburg: An Account of His Life & Times, & of His Craft" by Rouse, Parke

Core Belief

"Clementina Rind likely believed in the importance of hard work, perseverance, and the rights of women to participate in business and public life. She probably also shared her husband's political beliefs and supported the cause of the colonists."

Worldview

Clementina Rind likely viewed the world as a place of both opportunity and challenge, where women had to overcome obstacles to achieve their goals. She probably saw the printing business as a way to contribute to the community and support her family.

Personality

Clementina Rind appears to have been a strong and capable woman, willing to take on the challenges of running a printing business in a male-dominated society. She likely possessed intelligence, resilience, and a determination to succeed.

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