Downtown in Trenton in Mercer County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
John E. Curry Jr.
Photographed By Gary Nigh, December 2007
1. John E. Curry Jr. Marker
A President and the longest serving
member of this commission 1949 – 1988
Patron of the Arts – Public Servant –
Musician – Impresario
He made a notable contribution to
the cultural life of the region
Dedicated by his friend Richard J. Hughes
Governor and Chief Justice of
the State of New Jersey
Erected 1991.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music. A significant historical year for this entry is 1949.
Location. 40° 13.112′ N, 74° 46.11′ W. Marker is in Trenton, New Jersey, in Mercer County. It is in Downtown. This marker is on the front porch of the Trenton War Memorial; located between Lafayette Street and Memorial Drive near the end of Barrack Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Trenton NJ 08608, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. C. Edward Murray (here, next to this marker); James Kerney (here, next to this marker); John Alexander Campbell (here, next to this marker); The Trenton War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Masonic Lodge Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Gen. George Washington
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, December 29, 2013
2. John E. Curry Jr. Marker
The John E. Curry Jr. marker is seen here to the right of the door.
Photographed By Gary Nigh, December 2007
3. John E. Curry Jr. Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 6, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 897 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on December 6, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. 2. submitted on December 30, 2013, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 3. submitted on December 6, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
