New Britain in Hartford County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Frederick "Doc" Mirliani
May 30, 1909 – April 21, 1996
"Doc," who wrote the New Britain High School Alma Mater, directed the high school band, chorus, and orchestra from 1935 to 1948. He was the mentor for elementary and middle school music directors throughout the city of New Britain. "Doc's" work laid a foundation for the extensivemusic programs our students enjoy today.
Erected 2001 by New Britain UNICO.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Education. A significant historical date for this entry is April 21, 1870.
Location. 41° 39.728′ N, 72° 47.437′ W. Marker is in New Britain, Connecticut, in Hartford County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Linwood Street and Grand Street, on the left when traveling north. Located in Walnut Hill Park next to the Darius Miller Memorial Bandshell. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New Britain CT 06052, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. City of New Britain Sesquicentennial Anniversary (within shouting distance of this marker); Zlo Dobrem Zwyciezaj (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Charles K. Hamilton (about 700 feet away); Ye Old State House Step (about 800 feet away); 100 Birthday of Freedom Tree (about 800 feet away); Salute To Women (approx. 0.2 miles away); New Britain World War I Monument (approx. ¼ mile away); In Memoriam John F. Kennedy (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Britain.
Also see . . . Frederick "Doc" Mirliani (1909–1996). Amherst Summer Music Center entry (Submitted on December 28, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Credits. This page was last revised on May 25, 2021. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 702 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 30, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. 4. submitted on December 28, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.