Cumberland in Allegany County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Girritta Park
in honor of Nick Giarritta
"Cumberland's Renaissance Man"
on his 80th birthday
The city of Cumberland and its citizens proudly recognize Dr. Nick Giarraita for being a catalyst in preserving the architecture of Downtown Cumberland by refurbishing many buildings for his patronage of the arts as the founder and benefactor of the Cumberland Theatre, and for his care of citizens throughout the tri-state area during his distinguished medical career at Sacred Heart Hospital.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Parks & Recreational Areas.
Location. 39° 39.184′ N, 78° 45.731′ W. Marker is in Cumberland, Maryland, in Allegany County. Marker is on Bedford Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 101 Bedford St, Cumberland MD 21502, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Cumberland City Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Commercial Savings Bank Building (within shouting distance of this marker); First Federal Court and Postoffice (within shouting distance of this marker); Bell Tower (within shouting distance of this marker); Welcome (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Military Hospital (about 500 feet away); The First National Bank and Trust Company of Western Maryland (about 500 feet away); Christ's (St. Paul's) Lutheran Church (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Cumberland.
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