Richard Michelson

Richard Michelson is an American artist, writer, and publisher. He is known for his work as a poet, children's book author, and art dealer.

Richard Michelson's most famous book is "As Good As Anybody: Martin Luther King and Abraham Joshua Heschel's Amazing March towards Freedom." It tells the story of the friendship between Martin Luther King Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel and their united fight for civil rights.

Richard Michelson has won multiple awards for his work, including the National Jewish Book Award, Sydney Taylor Book Award, and Massachusetts Book Award. He has been named a finalist for the Massachusetts Book Awards multiple times, and his books have been selected for various "Best of the Year" lists.

Richard Michelson is the founder and president of R. Michelson Galleries, a prominent art gallery in Northampton, Massachusetts. The gallery showcases a diverse range of artwork, including paintings, sculptures, and photography. As a publisher, Michelson has also worked with various artists and writers to publish books and portfolios.

Yes, Richard Michelson is actively involved in philanthropy. He has established the Richard Michelson Galleries Alandale Prize for Young People's Literature, which awards grants to emerging writers and illustrators. Michelson is also a supporter of numerous charitable organizations, including the National Yiddish Book Center and the Northampton Survival Center.