New Britain in Capitol Region, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Henry E. Russell
Photographed by Michael Herrick, March 29, 2011
1. Henry E. Russell Marker
Inscription.
Henry E. Russell. .
Henry E. Russell 1816 – 1893. A member of the Walnut Hill Park Company, Henry Russell was one of New Britain's leading industrialists of the nineteenth century. He is primarily remembered for his partnership in the Russell and Erwin Manufacturing Company, which produced builders' hardware. The original company was established in 1839 when Russell and Erwin became the sole partners, they established consistent procedures and policies, which enabled the company to become a giant of the industrial revolution. The company contributed to the World War I effort by producing military supplies. During World War II the company produced torpedoes, depth-charge equipment and mines.
Henry E. Russell 1816 – 1893
A member of the Walnut Hill Park Company, Henry Russell was one of New Britain's leading industrialists of the nineteenth century. He is primarily remembered for his partnership in the Russell and Erwin Manufacturing Company, which produced builders' hardware. The original company was established in 1839 when Russell and Erwin became the sole partners, they established consistent procedures and policies, which enabled the company to become a giant of the industrial revolution. The company contributed to the World War I effort by producing military supplies. During World War II the company produced torpedoes, depth-charge equipment and mines.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1816.
Location. 41° 39.978′ N, 72° 47.207′ W. Marker is in New Britain in Capitol Region, Connecticut. It can be reached from the intersection of West Main Street and Cedar Street, on the left when traveling west. Located in Walnut Hill Park, on the wall of the rotunda with the "Original Design of Walnut Hill Park" marker at its center. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New Britain CT 06052, 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
Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 17, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 1,407 times since then and 39 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 17, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
