New Britain in Capitol Region, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Leo A. Milewski Park
Photographed by Michael Herrick, March 29, 2011
1. Leo A. Milewski Park Marker
This park in the heart of our city symbolizes our deep and
abiding spirit of renewal. It is gratefully dedicated to
Leo A. Milewski, 1910 – 1969
Whose faith and courage while serving as Chairman of the
Redevelopment Commission and as Economic Development
Director helped to sustain that spirit in time of doubt.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1910.
Location. 41° 40.076′ N, 72° 46.803′ W. Marker is in New Britain in Capitol Region, Connecticut. It is at the intersection of Bank Street and Columbus Boulevard, on the left when traveling east on Bank Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New Britain CT 06051, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Connecticut River Valley, in Greater Hartford, 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: 1st Sgt. Henry J. Szczesny (within shouting distance of this marker); New Britain (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); New Britain Soldiers' Monument (about 600 feet away); New Britain Veterans Memorial (about 600 feet away); City Hall / Monuments of War (about 700 feet away); Central Park / Early Industries
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Photographed by Michael Herrick, March 29, 2011
2. Leo A. Milewski Park Marker
Photographed by Michael Herrick, March 29, 2011
3. Leo A. Milewski Park Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 5, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 1,318 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 5, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
