Martin Brimmer

1829–1896 (age 67)

Art patron

Biography

Martin Brimmer, known for his patronage of the arts, devoted energy and resources to fostering creativity and culture in Boston. His final resting place at Mount Auburn Cemetery stands as an enduring marker of a life spent encouraging artists, exhibitions, and institutions that brought beauty and thoughtfulness to civic life.

His legacy inspires others to support artistic endeavors that enrich the soul of a city. Martin believed in the transformative power of art and its ability to comfort, challenge, and unite people across generations.