# Hugh Kennicott — Main Street character guide > Hugh Kennicott in Main Street by Sinclair Lewis. **Role:** minor **Also known as:** VI Hugh **First appearance:** 0029-vi ## Who they are Carol and Will's young son. ## Relationships ### [Carol Kennicott](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/characters/carol_kennicott) _family_ Hugh is Carol's beloved infant son, and her relationship with him is deeply maternal, though she sometimes feels trapped by the demands of motherhood. ### [Carol Kennicott](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/characters/carol_kennicott) _family_ Hugh is Carol's beloved infant son, and her relationship with him is deeply maternal, though she sometimes feels trapped by the demands of motherhood. ### [Carol Kennicott](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/characters/carol_kennicott) _family_ Hugh is Carol's beloved infant son, and her relationship with him is deeply maternal, though she sometimes feels trapped by the demands of motherhood. ## In the story ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Carol's newborn son, named for her father; he develops into a thin, healthy child with a large head and delicate hair. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Carol's baby, who brings moments of joy but also adds to her daily burdens. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/ii) Hugh is put to bed by Carol and Vida, who comments on his soft skin. ### [Chapter VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/viii) Carol's son, whose innocent curiosity about nature briefly reconciles Carol to her life. ### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/iii) Hugh is awakened by Bresnahan's visit, receives a red rubber Pierrot as a gift, and reacts with indifference to the famous visitor. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/v) Carol is rocking him on the porch when Bresnahan invites her for a ride. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Hugh's whining adds to Carol's frustration on a hot day, and Kennicott complains about the noise. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/v) Left with Aunt Bessie while Carol and Kennicott go to Joralemon. ### [Chapter XXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxv) Carol and Will's infant son, whose presence ties Carol to her domestic role. ### [Chapter I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) The infant son of Carol and Will, cared for by Carol and played with by Kennicott. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Carol's baby son, whose curiosity reawakens her appreciation for the world. ### [Chapter XXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxviii) Carol's son, who brings her joy and a sense of purpose in her settled life. ### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/ii) Carol's baby, who falls asleep during the service. ### [Chapter XXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxix) Carol's son, whose presence and growth contribute to Carol's sense of belonging and acceptance. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Carol's young son, plays on the railroad ties and interacts with Erik, who kneels to button his coat. ### [XXXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxi) Carol's infant son, whose presence both anchors her and reminds her of her confinement. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Carol and Erik look in on him as he sleeps, clutching a toy and a picture. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/iv) Briefly referenced in Carol's memory of Kennicott playing elephant for him. ### [XXXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxii) Carol's son, who has grown during her absence and is excited to see her. ### [Chapter XXXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxiii) Carol's son, living with her in Washington D.C. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Mentioned as Carol's baby, she thinks of him during her walk with Erik. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/v) Left with Aunt Bessie while Carol and Kennicott travel. ### [Chapter XXXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxiv) Carol's son, whose presence helps her find purpose in her domestic life. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Hugh is the Kennicotts' baby, whom Carol longs to see and who is eagerly anticipated by both parents. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/ii) Carol's baby, who greets her and becomes her emotional anchor. ### [XXXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxv) Carol's son, who becomes a central focus of her domestic life upon her return. ### [Chapter XXXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxvi) Carol's son, who is part of her new life in Gopher Prairie. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/i) Carol and Will's son; frightened by Kennicott's roar during the argument; Carol plans to take him with her when she leaves. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/ii) Accompanies Carol to Washington D.C. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/iii) Travels with Carol; asks about religion and Mrs. Bogart, showing a literal and serious nature. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/iv) Accompanies his mother Carol on the trip out of Gopher Prairie. ### [Chapter XXXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxvii) Carol's son, now a toddler, who brings her joy and a sense of purpose. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/ii) Carol's son, whom she loves deeply and cares for in Washington, though initially leaving him with a doubtful nurse. ### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/iii) Hugh is cared for by an excellent nurse while Carol works; Carol puts him to bed and plays with him on holidays. ### [Chapter XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxviii) Carol's son, who accompanies her back to Gopher Prairie. ### [Chapter IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/iv) Hugh is briefly present at the flat when Kennicott visits; Kennicott checks on his breathing and admires him. ### [Chapter VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/viii) Carol thinks about her baby Hugh, worrying about his upbringing and the quality of his environment. ### [Chapter XXXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/xxxix) Carol's son, who is growing up in Gopher Prairie. ### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/chapters/vi) Loquacious at breakfast, sharing impressions of owls and F Street, sparking the parental conflict. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/characters/hugh_kennicott - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/main_street_se/characters