The Scott family is a successful African-American family from Brooklyn, originating as a formerly enslaved family from the South.
Family[]
- Arthur Scott, a formerly enslaved man from the South; a successful pharmacist and business owner.
- Dorothy Scott, wife of Arthur Scott, a talented pianist.
- Peggy Scott, daughter of Arthur and Dorothy, a graduate of the Institute for Colored Youth, and secretary of Agnes van Rhijn.
Household[]
- Ellen, the Scotts' maid.
Etymology[]
Scott is a surname derived from the Scottish clan of the same name, in turn derived from the name of the Scottish people. The Scott family would have taken their name from their former enslavers.