Today in Worcester's Black History, we introduce you to Elizabeth "Betty" Price. 

Price was a trailblazer for women, specifically African-American women in Worcester. In 1973, she became the first African-American woman to serve on the School Committee.

She would go on to serve two more terms in 1975 and 1977. In 1983, she was appointed to the City's Charter Commission that established Worcester's present a form of municipal government.

Price co-founded Prospect House with Worcester native Abbie Hoffman. She served as the first director of the multi-service agency aimed at helping the economically vulnerable and served at the multi-service agency until her death. She died in 1992.

Betty Price Playground on Worcester's Belmont Hill is named in her memory.