New Corona Collections Interview with Yvonne Lambie

As we close out Women’s History Month, we are honored to share the story of Yvonne Lambie — a teacher and trailblazer whose incredible life left a lasting impact on her community.

Yvonne played a pivotal role in naming P.S. 143 Louis Armstrong in honor of Satchmo and her dedication to education left a lasting impact on countless students, including Willie Johnson, whom you may remember from our series. In this interview, she reflects on her journey, her memories of the Armstrongs, and the legacy she helped build — a legacy we are so proud to immortalize in our archives. Her story is one of inspiration, resilience, and a life well-lived.

Watch now and celebrate her remarkable legacy with us!