Fred Harvey
1835–1901 (age 66)
Entrepreneur, restaurateur
Biography
Fred Harvey was an enterprising restaurateur whose innovations brought hospitality and comfort to travel-weary strangers. He elevated dining standards and strove to offer dignified services to every guest.
His compassionate approach was reflected in the warm atmosphere he created for workers and patrons, a testament to his belief that business could be both profitable and kind. His contributions to hospitality endure as a measure of his vision.