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Downtown in Hartford in Hartford County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
 

William H. Mortensen Riverfront Plaza

July 15, 1903 - October 6, 1990

 
 
William H. Mortensen Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Michael Herrick, February 1, 2012
1. William H. Mortensen Marker
Inscription. This plaza is dedicated in honor of William "Bill" Mortensen – whose life is an inspiration to a new generation of Hartford residents. Born in Hartford, Bill Mortensen graduated from Hartford High School, and became one of the city's leading citizens.

He served as Managing Director of the Bushnell Memorial for 40 years. He was director of several corporations, including Heublein, Inc. and the National Fire Insurance Co. He was Hartford's mayor from 1943 to 1945 and held numerous other positions including State Senator, Chairman of the State Development Commission, a Commissioner of the Metropolitan District Commission and president of the Hartford Public Library.

We are pleased to honor his many contributions to Hartford as we welcome you to the William H. Mortensen Riverfront Plaza.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public WorkIndustry & CommerceParks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1999.
 
Location. 41° 45.907′ N, 72° 40.087′ W. Marker is in Hartford, Connecticut, in Hartford County. It is in Downtown. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Columbus Boulevard and State Street, on the right when traveling north. Located on the Founders Bridge Promenade. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hartford CT 06103, United States of America. Touch for directions.
 
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At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named William H. Mortensen Riverfront Plaza (within shouting distance of this marker); The Founders Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); Recapture of the Connecticut River (within shouting distance of this marker); Lincoln Meets Stowe (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Union (about 700 feet away); Sophie Tucker (about 800 feet away); Bell of the U.S.S. Hartford (approx. 0.2 miles away); Bob Steele (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hartford.
 
William H. Mortensen Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Michael Herrick, February 1, 2012
2. William H. Mortensen Marker
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on February 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 14, 2012, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 548 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos:   1, 2. submitted on February 14, 2012, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.

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