Riverfront in Wilmington in New Castle County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Michael S. Purzycki Riverwalk
In recognition of the vision, dedication and leadership of Michael S. Purzycki as the first Executive Director,
of Delaware
1996 - 2016
Erected by Riverfront Development Corporation of Delaware.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas • Roads & Vehicles • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1996.
Location. 39° 43.838′ N, 75° 33.679′ W. Marker is in Wilmington, Delaware, in New Castle County. It is in Riverfront. Marker is on Jack A. Markell Trail, 0.1 miles north of Chase Boulevard, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 820 Justison St, Wilmington DE 19801, 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 (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named World War II (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The New World (about 700 feet away); Russell W. Peterson Urban Wildlife Refuge (approx. 0.2 miles away); William Julius "Judy" Johnson (approx. 0.2 miles away); Daniel S. Frawley Stadium
this page online
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 28, 2022
2. Michael S. Purzycki Riverwalk Marker
Identical plaques straddle the sidewalk.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 29, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 109 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 29, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
