Newport in Newport County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
Eisenhower Park
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, October 8, 2011
1. Eisenhower Park Marker
Dwight D. Eisenhower
President of the
United States
1953 – 1961
Dedicated 22 July 1960
Erected 1960.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #34 Dwight D. Eisenhower series list. A significant historical date for this entry is July 22, 1960.
Location. 41° 29.398′ N, 71° 18.831′ W. Marker is in Newport, Rhode Island, in Newport County. Marker is on Washington Square, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Newport RI 02840, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Washington Square (a few steps from this marker); Perry (within shouting distance of this marker); The Colony House (within shouting distance of this marker); Wilbour-Ellery House (within shouting distance of this marker); Buliod-Perry House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Colony House / The State House (within shouting distance of this marker); Jail House Inn (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The New Jersey House (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newport.
this page online
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, October 8, 2011
2. Eisenhower Park Marker (rear view)
The insignia of a five star general, Ike's rank, appears on the reverse of the marker.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, October 8, 2011
3. Marker in Washington Square
Marker is located in front of the Florence K. Murray Judicial Complex, seen in the background.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, October 8, 2011
4. Eisenhower Park Marker
A statue of Rhode Island native and Hero of the Battle of Lake Erie, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, can be seen beyond the marker.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, October 8, 2011
5. Eisenhower Park Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 10, 2019. It was originally submitted on October 30, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 563 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 30, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
