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Henrik C. Borgströmin muotokuva / Portrait of Henrik C. Borgström

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Henrik C. Borgström (1799-1883) was an influential businessman and an important patron of the performing arts, as well as cultural and educational institutions. He was passionate about the building of parks to beautify the city. The Kaivopuisto park and Kaivohuone were realized thanks to his initiative. He also transformed the island of Tullisaari into a park and founded the Eläintarha park in 185 ...

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Kaupungin puutarha, Taka-Töölö
00250 Helsinki

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Text edited by: City of Helsinki
Updated: 2/5/2026