Henry Gurdon Marquand

1819–1902 (age 83)

Businessman/Collector

Biography

Henry Gurdon Marquand was a celebrated businessman and art collector whose generosity enriched institutions and inspired cultural growth. He approached each endeavor with a keen eye for quality and a deep sense of civic responsibility.

His legacy endures through the galleries and collections that bear his influence, as well as through the thoughtful philanthropy that defined his character. He now rests at Island Cemetery, leaving behind a cultural heritage admired by generations.