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

Park History

Bushnell Park

— Est 1854 —

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By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), August 4, 2023

1. Park History Marker

Inscription. Jacob Weidenmann's design of the Park utilized many of Frederick Law Olmsted's techniques, including curvilinear paths and the separation of uses. His design incorporated pedestrian use in the eastern section. Through the design of a carriage path in the western section, Weidenmann also allowed for horseback riding. In 1865, a stone terrace overlook was designed by Weidenmann and located atop the hill now in front of the State Capitol. The terrace was removed in the 1940s as part of the river relocation plan.

Erected by Hartford Parks.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1865.

Location. 41° 45.909′ N, 72° 40.829′ W. Marker is in Hartford in Capitol Region, Connecticut. It is in Downtown. It is on Trinity Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 83-63 Trinity St, Hartford CT 06103, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Connecticut River Valley

and in the Knowledge Corridor.

It is also in the American Northeast

and in New England.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once Hartford County

and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Israel Putnam (here, next to this marker); Israel Putnam (a few steps from this marker); Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Park History (within shouting

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distance of this marker); Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch (within shouting distance of this marker); Spirit of Victory (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Spanish War Veterans Memorial (about 400 feet away); a different marker also named Park History (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hartford.

Additional keywords. landscape architecture

By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), August 4, 2023

2. Park History Marker

By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), August 4, 2023

3. Park History Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 9, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 178 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 9, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.