Benjamin T. Babbitt

Biography

Benjamin T. Babbitt (1809–1889) was a manufacturer whose inventive spirit kept pace with an era of rapid change, always eager to improve methods and share his knowledge. His efforts helped shape a more modern industry while remaining grounded in a sense of responsibility toward workers and neighbors.

He now rests at Woodlawn Cemetery, where memories of his ingenuity and steady generosity continue to inspire those who walk its peaceful paths.