Thomas Garrett

Historical marker location:

Wilmington, Delaware

( Marker is at the intersection of 4th Street and Shipley Street, on the right when traveling east on 4th Street.)

Marker installed: 1993

Stationmaster on the Underground Railroad.

The District of Delaware has been home to several important corporations throughout its history, including DuPont, one of the world's largest chemical companies. In fact, the district's reputation as a hub for corporate law has led to a significant number of patent and intellectual property cases being tried there.