Molly Spotted Elk

Mary Nelson Archambaud (born Mary Alice Nelson; Penobscot pronunciation: Molly Dellis; November 17, 1903 – February 21, 1977), best known by her stage name Molly Spotted Elk, was a Penobscot Indian dancer, actress, and writer who was born on the Penobscot Indian Island Reservation, in Maine, U.S.

Molly Spotted Elk
Molly Dellis
Born
Mary Alice Nelson

(1903-11-17)November 17, 1903
DiedFebruary 21, 1977(1977-02-21) (aged 73)
Indian Island, Maine
NationalityAmerican
Penobscot
Other namesMary Nelson Archambaud
Alma materUniversity of Pennsylvania
Non-degree
Occupations
  • Writer
  • dancer
  • actress
Years active1920s–30s
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