Honoring Dr. Robert Bullard: 2024 Bradford Washburn Award Recipient

On October 18, 2024, Dr. Robert D. Bullard, known as the “father of environmental justice,” was honored with the 2024 Bradford Washburn Award at the Museum of Science. His lifelong work advocating for marginalized communities impacted by environmental hazards has transformed national policies and empowered people to demand environmental justice.

Dr. Bullard is the founding director of the Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at Texas Southern University and co-founder of the HBCU Climate Change Consortium. He is also the author of 18 books and recipient of numerous awards, including TIME’s 2024 Earth Award.

The Bradford Washburn Award was established in 1964 by an anonymous trustee of the Museum of Science to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Bradford Washburn’s distinguished service as director. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to advancing the public’s understanding and appreciation of science and its essential role in our lives.

The event celebrated Dr. Bullard’s legacy with guests like Maria Belén Power, Undersecretary of Environmental Justice and Equity for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Cate Mingoya-LaFortune, Chief Officer of Climate Resilience and Land Use for Groundwork USA; and author, journalist and activist, Kevin Powell.

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*Photos courtesy: Lara Woolfson