Grove City in Mercer County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
J. Howard Pew
1882 - 1971
Trustee 1912 - 1971
President, Board of Trustees, 1931 - 1971
This statue of J. Howard Pew commemorates his wisdom, his integrity, and his commitment to the ideals of this nation. His values are deeply imbued in the fabric and experience of Grove City College. He was a servant of the Lord and a steward in every sense of the resources of this institution. His legacy will endure in all seasons and for all time.
Commissioned on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of
Grove City College 2001 A.D.
Dedicated October 19, 2004 A.D.
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This statue is given by President and Mrs. Richard G. Jewell '67
on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of
Grove City College and out of respect for Mr. Pew's
love for his country, his church and his college.
Erected by President and Mrs. Richard G. Jewell.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Churches & Religion • Education. A significant historical date for this entry is October 19, 2004.
Location. 41° 9.416′ N, 80° 4.877′ W. Marker is in Grove City, Pennsylvania, in Mercer County. Markers and statue are west of the Harbison Chapel, on the Grove City College campus. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 Campus Drive, Grove City PA 16127, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Veterans Honorary (within shouting distance of this marker); Pythagorean 𝜋 (approx. 0.2 miles away); Cunningham Memorial Park (approx. ¼ mile away); Site of First Building (approx. ¼ mile away); Grove City College Original Campus (approx. 0.3 miles away); Charlie Ray (approx. 0.3 miles away); History of Grove City (approx. 0.3 miles away); James G. Bell (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Grove City.
Also see . . .
1. Grove City College History. (Submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
2. Pew Legacy at Grove City College. (Submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
3. J. Howard Pew (The Philanthropy Roundtable). (Submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 13, 2021. It was originally submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 129 times since then and 39 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.