Atlantic City in Atlantic County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Howard Persina
8/16/23 - 4/20/08
As Executive Director of the Atlantic City Convention Hall for over two decades, Howard Persina hosted some of America's most important conventions, including the Pittsburgh Conference, and exciting entertainment events, from Luciano Pavarotti and The Rolling Stones, to the Annual Miss America Pageant.
Mr. Persina helped visitors to Atlantic City to take home memories that have lasted a lifetime.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment • Industry & Commerce • Notable Events.
Location. 39° 21.255′ N, 74° 26.243′ W. Marker is in Atlantic City, New Jersey, in Atlantic County. Marker is on Boardwalk just west of South Mississippi Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Atlantic City NJ 08401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. World War II Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Casino Control Act (within shouting distance of this marker); Camp Boardwalk (within shouting distance of this marker); Walter P. Reuther (within shouting distance of this marker); Atlantic City Workers Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Spanish War Marker
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Credits. This page was last revised on January 23, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 23, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 100 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 23, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
