Lewis Ginter
Male, Deceased Person
1824 – 1897
Who was Lewis Ginter?
Major Lewis Ginter was a prominent businessman, military officer, real estate developer, and philanthropist centered in Richmond, Virginia. A native of New York City, Ginter accumulated a considerable fortune throughout his numerous business ventures and became Richmond’s wealthiest citizen despite his exceptionally modest demeanor. While the Jefferson Hotel, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, and Ginter Park embody some of Ginter’s major urban contributions to Richmond, many of his philanthropic gifts were given anonymously to charitable organizations and individuals in need. His continued devotion to Richmond is captured in his famous remark, “I am for Richmond, first and last.”
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- Born
- Apr 24, 1824
New York City - Nationality
- United States of America
- Died
- Oct 2, 1897
Richmond - Resting place
- Hollywood Cemetery
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on July 23, 2013
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