More than 35,000 motorists drive over the Hudson River on the Dunn Memorial Bridge each weekday, heading into work in Albany or home to the suburbs beyond the city of Rensselaer. It’s a safe bet that none of the commuters who cross the bridge know anything about the person for whom it is named. Even former Albany Mayor Jerry Jennings was stumped when asked. So, just who was Parker Francis Dunn? Where was he from? What did he do to have the bridge named for him?
[private] Local historian Mark Bodnar has put together a Power Point presentation which will enlighten the audience on a piece of local history that’s all but forgotten in today’s world. Mark will reveal the life and bravery of this young local hero that is only remembered today for the bridge that bears his name.
The program is free and the public is welcome. Refreshments will be served.
The Grafton Historical Society will meet at 7 pm in the Grafton Town Hall on July 15. [/private]