Helen Hayes as Queen Victoria in 1936 (Source: Performing Arts Archives) Back to Sandy Spring/Olney How Helen Hayes Helped Desegregate the National Theatre Maryland by Lafayette Matthews Helen Hayes is known for her acting, not her activism. But in 1948, she was one of many artists who took a stand against segregation in D.C. theatres. View full article on Boundary Stones Last Updated: January 20, 2023 Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
