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Fire at Garver Feed Mill, 1964
A photograph shows a crowd gathered to watch the Madison Fire Department respond to a fire at Garver Feed Mill on Madison's east side. Ladders and fire hoses are positioned against the exterior of the building. Dark gray smoke emerges from the…
Fire at Garver Feed Mill, 1964
A photograph shows a crowd of community members gathered to watch the Madison Fire Department's response to a fire at the Garver Feed Mill on Madison's east side. People sit and stand on the grass in front of the mill building while firefighters…
Fire at Garver Feed Mill, 1964
A photograph of the Madison Fire Department responding to a fire at the Garver Feed Mill on Madison's east side. A young child watches as firefighters maneuver ladders and fire hoses to second story windows in the factory building.
Fire at Garver Feed Mill, 1964
A photograph shows two red ladder trucks responding to a fire at Garver Feed Mill. A member of the fire department is seen in the foreground. Fire companies that responded were Engines-pumpers 3,5,8, Aerial Trucks 1,8, and Fire Chiefs' Car 30. …
Fire at Garver Feed Mill, 1964
A photograph shows a spray of water from a fire hose into a second story window of the Garver Feed Mill building on Madison's east side. Fire companies that responded were Engines-pumpers 3,5,8, Aerial Trucks 1,8, and Fire Chiefs' Car 30. Trucks…
Interior of Garver Feed Mill, 2019
A photograph of the interior of the renovated Garver Feed Mill building on Madison's east side. A light-up sign for Ian's Pizza may be seen in the background.
Jim Gempeler, 2019
A photograph in profile of Jim Gempeler, taken during his oral history interview on November 2, 2019.
Ulrich Sielaff, David Hamel, Shelley Hamel, 2019
A photograph of (from left to right) Ulrich Sielaff, David Hamel, and Shelley Hamel taken during their oral history interview at the Garver Feed Mill on November 2, 2019.
Photograph of Lynn Slattery Hellmuth, 2019
A photograph of Lynn Slattery Hellmuth taken during her oral history interview at the Garver Feed Mill building on November 2, 2019. Lynn is seated on the left, interviewer Jennifer Gurske is seated on the right.
Susan Rottier, 2019
A photograph of Susan Rottier, taken during her oral history interview at the Garver Feed Mill on November 2, 2019.
Person holding Starplate™ box
A participant in the Garver Feed Mill story gathering holds a box featuring the branding for the Starplate™ Building System company that was based at the Garver Feed Mill building 1981-1985.
Mill foreman standing on feed bags
A photograph of Garver Supply Co. foreman Arthur M. Petterson standing on a stack of full feed bags, at the Garver Feed Mill building in Madison, Wisconsin.
James Russell Garver at office desk
A photograph of James Russell Garver, seated at his office desk at Garver Supply Co. The following is text from the (edited) caption that accompanies the image:
"J.R. Garver, president of Garver Supply Co., Madison manufacturer and distributor of…
"J.R. Garver, president of Garver Supply Co., Madison manufacturer and distributor of…
United States Sugar Company Factory, 1920
Exterior view of the United States Sugar Company factory next to railroad tracks.
Garver Feed Mill exterior, 1980s
A photograph of the front exterior of the Garver Feed Mill building, located on Madison's east side.
Garver Feed Mill story by Pat Arndorfer
Pat Arndorfer narrates a story about living on the east side of Madison in the Olbrich neighborhood, and her recollections of the Garver Feed Mill building being a near-empty structure in the 1990s. She recalls a neighborhood discussion about future…
Garver Feed Mill story by Lynn Slattery Hellmuth
Sculptor Lynn Slattery Hellmuth shares her story about renting space in the Garver Feed Mill building to use as her sculpture studio.
Garver Feed Mill story by Ulrich Sielaff, David Hamel, and Shelley Hamel
Ulrich Sielaff, David Hamel, and Shelley Hamel describe their experiences renting space for their manufacturing business in the Garver Feed Mill building. They describe the building's poor physical condition and cleaning their office space for use.…
Garver Feed Mill story by Susan Rottier
Susan Rottier shares her family's history with the Garver Feed Mill, where her father was the foreman for many years. She tells about coming to visit him at work as a child.
Garver Feed Mill story by Mike Fuss and Terrence Tiedt
Mike Fuss and Terrence (Terry) Tiedt talk about growing up on Madison's east side. Mike shares stories about working as a firefighter with the Madison Fire Department, and the many fires that took place in and around the Garver Feed Mill. Terry and…
Garver Feed Mill story by Allison Sylke and C. Thomas Sylke
Father and daughter Thomas and Allison Sylke speak about their family's relationship to Garver Feed Mill. Their great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, Hans Struck, built the original structure when it was used as a sugar beet factory in the…
Garver Feed Mill story by Jim Gempeler
Jim Gempeler, a residential architect, worked as the unofficial night watchman for the Garver Feed Mill and built a living space for himself into the upper loft of the building. Jim recalls memories of the bats that inhabited the building, chasing…
Garver Feed Mill story by Ken Baun
Ken Baun shares childhood memories about visiting the Garver Feed Mill to purchase animal feed. Ken relates memories about the east side Madison neighborhood where he grew up, about exploring the area around Voit farm and pond, and about the toboggan…
Greek Fest Plus story by John Damon, 2019
A story shared during Greek Fest Plus in 2019. The recording picks up partway into the conversation.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION CERTIFICATION APPLICATION - Garver Feed Mill
Application submitted to the National Park Service to certify the building that housed Garver Feed Mill and Supply Company added to the National Register of Historic Places.
U.S. Sugar Company
Two women standing on path in front of the Garver Feed Mill, which was originally a sugar beet processing factory.
Tenney Park celebration, Denise Breyne, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Denise Breyne.
Tenney Park celebration, James Shulkin, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by James Shulkin.
Tenney Park celebration, Ed Jepsen, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Ed Jepsen.
Tenney Park celebration, Thomas Schmidt, Jean Huxmann, Steve Huxmann, Nancy Daly, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Thomas Schmidt, Jean Huxmann, Steve Huxmann, and Nancy Daly.
Tenney Park celebration, May "Gigi" Holland, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Gigi Holland.
Tenney Park celebration, Jane Qualle, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Jane Qualle.
Tenney Park celebration, Stephen Webster, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Stephen Webster.
Tenney Park celebration, Suzanne Keyes Rybeck, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Suzanne Keyes Rybeck.
Tenney Park celebration, Thomas Schmidt, Jean Huxmann, Steve Huxmann, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Thomas Schmidt, Jean Huxmann, and Steve Huxmann.
Tenney Park celebration, Shaun Abshere, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Shaun Abshere in character as historical figure John Olin.
Tenney Park celebration, Sue Fieber, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Sue Fieber.
Tenney Park celebration, Jeanette Deloya, 2019
A two-part short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Jeannette Deloya.
Tenney Park celebration, Caroline Hoffman, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Caroline Hoffman.
Tenney Park celebration, Jackie Kaplan, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Jackie Kaplan.
Tenney Park celebration, Nicholas Wiedenhoeft, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Nicholas Wiedenhoeft.
Tenney Park celebration, Janice Schur, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Janice Schur.
Tenney Park celebration, Karen Crossley, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Karen Crossley.
Tenney Park celebration, Vicki Abshere, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Vicki Abshere.
Tenney Park celebration, Patty Prime, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Patty Prime.
Inhorn children with cat, 1965
A photograph of the Inhorn children with the family pet cat, Fritz. From left: Rodger, Lowell, Marcia.
Inhorn children playing in sandbox, 1962
A photograph of the Inhorn children playing in a sandbox. From left: Rodger, Marcia, Lowell.
23 Frederick Circle, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 23 Frederick Circle in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Shirley and Stan Inhorn, 2013
A close-up photograph of Shirley and Stan Inhorn, residents of the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Girl Scout troop, 1963
A photograph of members of a Girl Scout troop sitting outside. Ellen Cross was the troop leader; Kathy Cross was a troop member.
Cross children on July 4th, 1957
A photograph of the three Cross children, taken on July 4th, 1957.
Cross children on Easter Sunday, 1954
A photograph of the Cross children standing outdoors on Easter Sunday. From left: Jeff, Gerri, and Kathy.
3912 Paunack Ave, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 3912 Paunack Ave in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Ellen and Howard Cross
A close-up photograph of Ellen and Howard Cross.
4010 Birch Ave, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 4010 Birch Ave in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Marzo Bliss, 2013
A close-up photograph of Marzo Bliss, who is seated at a table, in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Quinn family wedding, 2013
A photograph of the Quinn family during a family wedding in 2013.
450 South Owen Drive, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 450 South Owens Drive in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Ken Quinn and Mary Alderson, 1971
A photograph of Ken Quinn and Mary Alderson, attending Edgewood High School's prom dance in Madison, Wisconsin.
Skowlund family, Christmas Day, 1981
A photograph taken of Alan and Betty Skowlund and their family in their living room in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Skowlund family, Christmas Day 1977
A photograph of Alan and Betty Skowlund and family, taken on Christmas Day in 1977, at their home in the Westmorland neighborhood.
Betty Skowlund, 2013
A photograph of Westmorland neighborhood resident Betty Skowlund, taken at her apartment at Oakwood Village in 2013.
Ronny and Jerry Saeman at Westmorland Park Rock Garden Bench, 1999
A photograph depicts Jerry and Ronny Saeman seated on a park bench in the rock garden of the Westmorland neighborhood park.
Saeman children, Paul, Marian, Ann, ca. 1959
A photograph of three children from the Saeman family, Paul, Marian and Ann, taken ca. 1959. The children stand on rocks and hold a large toy hoop.
Westmorland Neighborhood Association Board, 1958
A photograph of the board members of the Westmorland Neighborhood Association. Ronny Saeman, president of the board, is seated at the table in the front row.
Saeman family residence under construction, 1950
A photograph of the Saeman family residence under construction in 1950.
Vacant lot at 564 Gately Terrace, 1949
A photograph shows the vacant lot where the Saeman family house would eventually be built, at 564 Gately Terrace in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
564 Gately Terrace, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence at 564 Gately Terrace in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Jerry and Ronny Saeman, Westmorland Park cleanup, 1998
A photograph of Jerry and Ronny Saeman standing by the Westmorland Park sign on Earth Day in April 1998.
Mary Miller, Queen of Peace School hot lunch program staff, 2000
A school staff photograph taken of Mary Miller when she worked for the Queen of Peace School hot lunch program.
Mary and John Miller family, ca. 1965
A family portrait of the Miller family, taken ca. 1965. Mary Miller and John Miller are photographed with their children.
Mary Miller at home, ca. 1950s
A photograph of Mary Miller outside of her home in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Mary Miller, age 20, 1944
A headshot photograph of Mary Miller at age twenty, taken in 1944.
4018 Winnemac Avenue, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 4018 Winnemac Avenue in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Mary Miller and son Dale Miller, 2013
A photograph of Mary Miller standing in front of her house with her son Dale Miller in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
568 Toepfer Avenue, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 568 Toepfer Avenue in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Thuesen family, 1975
A family portrait of the Thuesen family taken in 1975.
Ernie Jackson, with Lois, Judy, and Joanne Jackson, 1954
A photograph depicts a man and three young girls, sitting outside of the house located at 461 Westmorland Blvd in Madison, Wisconsin.
461 Westmorland Blvd, mid-construction, 1951
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 461 Westmorland Blvd, mid-construction, in 1951.
461 Westmorland Blvd, 1951
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 461 Westmorland Blvd, nearing completion of its construction in 1951.
461 Westmorland Blvd, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 461 Westmorland Blvd in Madison, Wisconsin. This was the childhood home of Joanne (nee Jackson) Thuesen.
Joanne Thuesen, 2013
A headshot photograph of Joanne Thuesen.
Watching 4th of July Parade, 1963
A photograph of the Murphy family watching the 4th of July Parade from their front yard in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Murphy children in 4th of July parade, 1959
A photograph of Will and Mary Clare Murphy as young children, on bicycles, with hands on heads, participating in Fourth of July Parade in the Westmorland neighborhood.
507 Holly Avenue post-remodel, 1965
A photograph shows the exterior of the residence at 507 Holly Avenue, post-remodel, in 1965.
507 Holly Avenue, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence at 507 Holly Avenue in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Joan Murphy, 2013
A headshot photograph of Westmorland neighborhood resident Joan Murphy, 2013.
Jim Crawmer in back yard at 3917 Paunack Avenue, ca. 1942
A photograph shows Jim Crawmer examining cornstalks in the back yard of his family's house at 3917 Paunack Avenue in Madison, Wisconsin.
Jim and Bud Crawmer, at 3917 Paunack Avenue, ca. 1940
A photograph shows siblings Jim Crawmer (left) and Bud Crawmer in front of their family's residence in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
3917 Paunack Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence located at 3917 Paunack Avenue in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Bud Crawmer, 2013
A headshot photograph of Westmorland neighborhood resident Bud Crawmer.
Jim Crawmer, 2013
A headshot photograph of Westmorland neighborhood resident Jim Crawmer.
VandeBerg family at Oshkosh Airport, 1951
A photograph of the VandeBerg family standing on the tarmac of the Oshkosh Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Gale and Zona VandeBerg wedding day, 1943
A photograph of the wedding party for Gale and Zona VandeBerg's wedding.
Gale and Zona VandeBerg, 1940s
A photograph of Gale and Zona VandeBerg sitting outside on the ground, looking at the camera.
553 Gately Terrace, Madison, Wisconsin, 2013
A photograph shows the exterior of the residence located at 553 Gately Terrace in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Gale VandeBerg, 2013
A headshot photograph of Westmorland neighborhood resident Gale VandeBerg.
3814 Winnemac Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence at 3814 Winnemac Avenue in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Kurt Meyer, 2013
A headshot photograph of Westmorland neighborhood resident Kurt Meyer.
McDowell family, 1988
An image of the McDowell family Christmas card from 1988. Front row: Donald and Ardith; back row: Tom, Donna, Bradley, Mary Ellen, Bonnie.
McDowell children, ca. 1948
A portrait of four of the six McDowell children. From left, Donna, Thomas, and Bradley (in front).
Donald N. McDowell, Wisconsin State Secretary of Agriculture
Secretary of Agriculture Donald N. McDowell sits behind a desk. The American flag and Wisconsin state flag are visible in the background. A nameplate sits on the front of the desk.
3814 Meyer Avenue, 2013
A photograph shows the exterior of the residence located at 3814 Meyer Avenue in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
3815 Meyer Avenue, 2013
A photograph shows the exterior of the residence located at 3815 Meyer Avenue in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Ardith McDowell, 2013
A close-up photograph of Ardith McDowell.
Kent Liska in safety patrol uniform, 1960
A photograph of Kent Liska in safety patrol uniform.
Rentschler West Midget Midvale baseball team, 1958
A photograph of a youth baseball team. Eleven youth stand in two rows, wearing baseball uniforms and mitts. Kent Liska is in the 2nd row, 3rd from the left.
Kent Liska with snow shovel, 1950s
Kent Liska stands with a snow shovel on a cleared sidewalk, with large snowbanks on either side.
Summer ballgame at Midvale School, 1950s
A photograph shows a baseball game being played at a school baseball diamond. Kent Liska is the batter at bat in the photo.
4018 Euclid Ave, Madison, 2013
A photograph of the exterior of the residence at 4018 Euclid Avenue in Madison, Wisconsin.
Kent Liska in front of 4018 Euclid Ave, 2013
Kent Liska stands in front of the residence at 4018 Euclid Ave in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Pony rides at Westmorland neighborhood 4th of July, ca. 1968
A photograph of two youth riding on ponies in an outdoor pen, taken at the Westmorland neighborhood Fourth of July celebration, in Madison, Wisconsin, ca. 1962.
4th of July parade, Westmorland Neighborhood, ca. 1967
Children in costume prepare for the Fourth of July parade in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin, ca. 1967. Mary Jo Schultz is in the blue dress, accompanied by friends.
Preparing for 4th of July parade, ca. 1965
Schultz children wear their costumes ahead of the Fourth of July parade in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin, ca. 1965. A bicycle is decorated with red, white, and blue bunting in the background.
Clifden Drive block party suitcase game, ca. 1968
A photograph taken during the "suitcase game" for adults at the Clifden Drive block party in Madison, Wisconsin, ca. 1968. A group of approximately twenty adults stands on a lawn. A man in a blue cardigan sweater carries two suitcases to where three…
Cliften Drive block party kids table, ca. 1966
A photograph of the kids' table at the Clifden Drive block party, ca. 1966, in Madison, Wisconsin. Several children are seated at two tables, while an older adult stands close by.
Clifden Drive block party, ca. 1966
A photograph depicting a neighborhood block party on Clifden Drive in Madison, Wisconsin. People are seated at picnic tables in a backyard.
John Schultz birthday party, 1961
A photograph of a birthday party held for John Schultz's third birthday in 1961. Kathleen, John, and Virginia are pictured, with Grandpa Shea in the background.
Schultz children, ca. 1962
A portrait of the four Schultz children, taken ca. 1962. Back row: Kathleen and John; front row: Virginia and Mary.
Schultz family residence, 453 Clifden Drive, Madison
A photograph of the exterior of the Schultz family residence at 453 Clifden Drive, in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin. The house and yard are covered in snow.
Lorene Schultz at home, 2013
A photograph of Lorene Schultz at her home in the Westmorland neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
Cora Christiansen residence, 572 Park Lane, Madison
A photograph of the exterior of Cora Christiansen's residence at 572 Park Lane, in the Westmorland neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin.
Oral history interview with Ellen Cross and Howard Cross
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood residents Ellen Cross and Howard Cross. There is no audio file for the second part of their interview.
Oral history interview with Joan Murphy
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Joan Murphy.
4th of July story by Jesse Mangerson
A short story recorded by Jesse Mangerson about the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Jeff Heinz
A short story recorded by Jeff Heinz about the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Christy Casto
A short story recorded by Christy Casto about the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Mike Kass
A short story recorded by Mike Kass at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Kathy McAleese
A short story recorded by Kathy McAleese at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Midge Hrncirik
A short story recorded by Midge Hrncirik at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Mary Penn
A short story recorded by Mary Penn at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Mary Giblin
A short story recorded by Mary Giblin at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Mark White and Ron Radunzel
A short story recorded by Mark White and Ron Radunzel at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Jean Tretow-Schmidt
A short story recorded by Jean Tretow-Schmidt at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Mitchell Hagopian
A short story recorded by Mitchell Hagopian at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Lisa Coleman
A short story recorded by Lisa Coleman at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Jim Olle
A short story recorded by Jim Olle at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
4th of July story by Joan Laessig and Betsy Laessig Stary
A short story recorded by Joan Laessig and Betsy Laessig Stary at the 75th anniversary of the Westmorland Neighborhood 4th of July celebration.
Panel discussion with former Westmorland neighborhood residents
This is a panel discussion with former Westmorland neighborhood residents held at Oakwood Village in Madison, Wisconsin, about their experiences in the Westmorland neighborhood.
Oral history interview with Maureen Rooney Welsch
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Maureen Rooney Welsch.
Oral history interview with Louise Schadauer
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Louise Schadauer.
Oral history interview with John McKenna III
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident John McKenna III.
Oral history interview with Ann Libert
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident, Ann Libert.
Oral history interview with John Leichtenberg
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident John Leichtenberg.
Oral history interview with Dennis Herling (Family History)
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Dennis Herling, focusing on his family's history.
Oral history interview with Dennis Herling
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Dennis Herling, who lived in the neighborhood 1943-1962.
Oral history interview with Robert Dixon
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Robert Dixon.
Oral history interview with Shirley Inhorn and Stan Inhorn
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood residents Shirley Inhorn and Stan Inhorn.
Oral history interview with Marzo Bliss
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Marzo Bliss.
Oral history interview with Mary Quinn and Ken Quinn
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood residents Mary Quinn and Ken Quinn.
Oral history interview with Betty Skowlund
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Betty Skowland.
Oral history interview with Ronny Saeman
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Ronny Saeman.
Oral history interview with Mary Miller and Dale Miller
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood residents Mary Miller and her son Dale Miller.
Oral history interview with Joanne Thuesen
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Joanne Thuesen.
Oral history interview with Jim Crawmer and Bud Crawmer
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood residents Jim and Bud Crawmer. There are two parts to the interview.
Oral history interview with Gale VandeBerg
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Gale VandeBerg.
Oral history interview with Kurt Meyer
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Kurt Meyer.
Oral history interview with Ardith McDowell
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Ardith McDowell.
Oral history interview with Kent Liska
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Kent Liska.
Oral history interview with Lorene Schultz
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Lorene Schultz.
Oral history interview with Cora Christiansen
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Cora Christiansen.
Photograph of Madison Municipal Building, 2018
Exterior view of the Madison Municipal Building, 215 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.
Photograph of women's bathroom, Municipal Restored, 2018
A photograph of the women's restroom, featuring unusual carrara marble, in the Madison Municipal Building.
Photograph of women's bathroom, Municipal Restored, 2018
A photograph of the women's restroom, featuring unusual carrara marble, in the Madison Municipal Building.
Photograph of Eve Galanter, Municipal Restored, 2018
Headshot of Eve Galanter.
Municipal Building story by Eve Galanter
Eve Galanter speaks about her memories of the Municipal Building, including her time on the City Council when the plans for what would become the Monona Terrace were initially discussed.
Photograph of Greg Mickells with interviewer, Municipal Restored, 2018
Photograph of Greg Mickells talking with interview Sarah White during Municipal Restored event.
Municipal Building story by Greg Mickells
Greg Mickells recounts his first time in the Municipal Building, which occurred when the City Council was confirming him as director of Madison Public Library in 2012. Mr. Mickells discusses homelessness and resources in downtown Madison and his…
Photograph of Lillian Sizemore, Municipal Restored, 2018
Photograph of Lillian Sizemore at Municipal Restored event.
Photograph of women's bathroom, Municipal Restored, 2018
A photograph of the women's restroom, featuring unusual carrara marble, in the Madison Municipal Building.
Municipal Building story by Lillian Sizemore
Lillian Sizemore recounts her memories of the Municipal Building, particularly the women's restroom in the corner of the second floor, which featured white carrara marble.
Municipal Building story by Jenny Heck
Jenny Heck relates her experiences and feelings about the Municipal Building renovation, specifically about the music and art present at the Municipal Restored event and her hopes for continuing engagement with the community.
Municipal Building story by Robbie Webber
Ms. Webber recalls her memories of the Municipal Building, including participating in committee hearings as a community member and then as a City Council member from 2003-2009. She was especially involved in policies related to transportation and…
Municipal Building story by Mary Gandolfo
Ms. Gandolfo shares her impressions of the Municipal Restored event, including the artworks and performances taking place throughout the building.
Municipal Building story by Catherine Doyle and Ruth Rolich
Catherine Doyle and Ruth Rolich share memories of the Municipal Building. Ms. Doyle discusses her father's career as a federal judge in the building, and memories she has as a young adult coming to the building. Ms. Rolich relates a story about an…
Photograph of Jaclyn Lawton, Municipal Restored, 2018
Headshot of Jaclyn Lawton.
Municipal Building story by Jaclyn Lawton
Jacki Lawton recalls her memories of attending public meetings in the former courtroom of the Madison Municipal Building.
Photograph of Barb Lanser and Laura Berger, Municipal Restored, 2018
Photograph of Barb Lanser and Laura Berger at Municipal Restored, December 2018.
Municipal story by Laura Berger and Barb Lanser
Ms. Berger and Ms. Lanser recall their memories of the Municipal Building, which involved a meditation group made up of City staff members who would gather for quiet, self-guided meditation practice in a room on the fourth floor of the building.
Municipal Building story by James Doyle and Jessica Doyle
James E. Doyle, Jr. and Jessica Doyle recount their memories of the Madison Municipal Building, most prominently memories of Governor Doyle's father, James Doyle, who was a federal judge in the building.
Photograph of Barbara Tarockoff, Municipal Restored, 2018
Headshot of Barbara Tarockoff.
Municipal Building story by Barbara Tarockoff
Ms. Tarockoff shares her memories of the Municipal Building and how it seems changed since the building's renovation.
Photograph of Stuart (Stu) Levitan, Municipal Restored, 2018
Photograph of Stu Levitan, taken at the Municipal Restored event in the Madison Municipal Building, 2018.
Municipal Building story by Stuart (Stu) Levitan, Municipal Restored
Stu Levitan describes his experiences in the Madison Municipal Building, including many meetings with city staff about ordinances and committee work. He discusses some memorable events like the work done with Community Development on Revival Ridge in…
Municipal Building story by Sarah White, Municipal Restored
Ms. White describes an early encounter with the Municipal Building as a shortcut during cold winter months to the back of the Fess Hotel on King Street, where she would meet a young man with whom she was in a relationship. She describes getting…
Photo of William Nardi, Municipal Restored, 2018
Photograph of William Nardi, taken at the Madison Municipal Restored event.
Municipal Building story by William Nardi, Municipal Restored
Mr. Nardi discusses his employment with the post office that was located in the Municipal Building. Mr. Nardi was a student at UW-Madison at the time that he worked at the post office and was downtown for protests and other events that took place in…
Municipal Building story by Paul Soglin, Municipal Restored
Mayor Paul Soglin speaks to his history with the Madison Municipal Building, including its acquisition by the City of Madison in the late 1970s, and subsequent remodels.
Municipal art show... Municipal Restored, 2018
The handwritten text "the municipal art show in 2016" accompanies the writing prompt, "What is your favorite memory of this building?"
Municipal Building window, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of a green window frame accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw a Municipal Building window."
Person under snow cloud, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of a stick figure of a person standing underneath a cloud. Purple snowflakes fall from the cloud.
Office plant, light green, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of a light green plant or fern accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw an office plant."
Picking up the deeds to my house... Municipal Restored, 2018
The response "Picking up the deeds to my house", etc., accompanies the prompt, "What is your favorite memory of this building?"
The old marble bathrooms, Municipal Restored, 2018
Text depicts a memory of "the old marble bathrooms" to accompany the prompt: "What is your favorite memory of this building?"
I found a half full... Municipal Restored, 2018
Text depicts a memory of someone finding a "half full bottle of dog wine" in their storage closet in the Madison Municipal Building. Accompanies the prompt "Share a memory about this building in 10 words or less."
Office plant with purple rain, Municipal Restored, 2018
An office plant with green leaves and purple buds accompanies the prompt, "Draw an office plant." Purple raindrops rain in the background. Purple "Love Symbol #2" is drawn in bottom right corner.
More art always, Municipal Restored, 2018
Collage with fabric pieces, and text that reads "More art always."
Federal courthouse and probation officer located... Municipal Restored, 2018
Text describing a memory of the creator's husband's work as a federal probation officer at the temporary federal courthouse that was housed in the Madison Municipal Building.
Cactus in brown pot, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of a green cactus in a brown pot accompanies the prompt, "Draw an office plant."
Memory of Gates of Heaven keys, Municipal Restored, 2018
Text discussing a memory of picking up keys to the Gates of Heaven synagogue building the night before her wedding on June 22, 2007.
Pencils and more, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of pencils and other items accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw your favorite office supply."
Office desk with plant, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of an office with door, desk, and office plant accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw an office plant."
Cactus in orange bowl, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of a green cactus in orange pot accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw an office plant."
Smiling flower in pot, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of a smiling flower in a pot accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw an office plant."
A big pot for tiny plants, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of a pot with several small plants accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw an office plant."
Staple remover, Municipal Restored, 2018
Drawing of a staple remover accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw your favorite office supply."
Fruit, sun, water, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of an apple, a bunch of grapes, a sun, birds, and water.
Office plant, cactus, Municipal Restored, 2018
A collage art work of a cactus.
Future Madison Municipal Building, Municipal Restored, 2018
An illustration of a futuristic building with solar panels on the roof accompanies the drawing prompt, "Draw the Municipal Building in the year 2118."
Office plant, Municipal Restored, 2018
Illustration of office plant to accompany the drawing prompt, "Draw an office plant."
Markers, Municipal Restored, 2018
An illustration of markers accompanies the drawing prompt "Draw your favorite office supply."
Aerial view of University of Wisconsin-Madison
Aerial photograph of campus and the lakeshore. Camp Randall is in the background.
1960s Madison story by Noel Kent
Kent transferred from NYU in 1963 after visiting his sister who was studying for her masters. Kent talks about the experience of an education at the University, the lifelong friendships he gained, and how influential his time here was for the rest of…
1960s Madison story by Beverly Flanigan
Beverly Flanigan came to UW-Madison (then just UW) in 1968 to get a graduate degree in social work. She talked about the Welfare Mothers’ March from Milwaukee to Madison and its effect on her. She also talked about her time on campus—Fall 1968 to…
1960s Madison story by Chris Nolan
Nolan, a graduate of 1968, talks about her experiences in “Project Understand” which sent her to North Carolina on her spring break freshman year. She shares her first hand experiences with seeing segregation, visiting civil rights leaders, and going…
1960s Madison story by Ellen Meyers
Meyers recounts her time as a student of Professor Harvey Goldberg in the late 1960s. Meyers voices her objections to the wording of the "Reform and Revolt" historical marker currently located on Bascom Hill.
1960s Madison story by Michael William Doyle
Doyle, as a 13 year old from Winona, Minnesota, was first introduced to Madison from photographs of the Dow demonstrations in 1967. He was involved in the Food Cooperative movement in Winona, which had a connection to Madison, and allowed him to…
1960s Madison story by Zakary Berk
Berk, a undergraduate student in the mid 60s, came to Madison from New York City. Berk was involved was in creating the Open Art/Arch student organization that focused on community, mindfulness and power of love. He opens up about his struggles with…
1960s Madison story by Wright George
George graduated from the University in 1966 and joined the Air Force in August of 1966. George talks about his experience flying planes in Vietnam and talks about his feelings while being overseas, looking back, and the campus involvement.
1960s Madison story by Virginia Shipley
Shipley, an undergraduate student from New York, came to Madison from a small private school. She discusses the differences in culture between the midwest and New York, her experiences as a female in Madison during the early 60s, and what it was like…
1960s Madison story by Sally Dussere
Dussere, an undergraduate Psych major, came to the University from Connecticut from a small, all female high school. She discusses her experiences freshman year with a dormitory shortage, her experiences of segregation on campus and how she felt…
1960s Madison story by Phyllis Holman Weisbard
Holman Weisbard opens up about her time in Madison during the late 1960s. She discusses the influence of the Hillel foundation as a cornerstone for the leftist movement, the draft resistance and the influence of Harvey Goldberg on the student…
1960s Madison story by Pat Small
Small, a Milwaukee resident, spent most of his life politically active. In his earlier life, he spent time at the Milwaukee Sentinel, getting involved at the Chicago Convention and protesting the reelection of Richard Nixon. His most memorable…
1960s Madison story by Norma Stoltz Chinchilla
Chinchilla received her PhD in sociology from the University. Throughout the interview, she discusses sexism in the classroom and professionally, the experiences she had gaining tenureship and the sociology department at the University.
1960s Madison story by Nancy Lee
Nancy Lee, originally from Montgomery, AL, came to the University in 1962 as an English major. Lee discusses her time working at the Memorial Union, from the friendships she created and memorable events of being robbed at gunpoint. She talks about…
1960s Madison story by Michael Oberdorfer
Oberdorfer relates his family’s history in Wisconsin and their relationship to the city of Madison and UW-Madison. Oberdorfer studied zoology and neurobiology and had a good experience in the sciences and the humanities departments. Oberdorfer…
1960s Madison story by Michael Moss
Michael Moss received his Bachelors, Masters, and PhD from UW-Madison. He was involved in the music scene and played throughout campus. He was a Master’s student during the Sterling Hall Bombing and noticed a change in the culture of UW-Madison at…
1960s Madison story by Lisa and Mark Loder
Mark and Lisa Loder met at the University from two different background. They talk about the influence of music on their time here, what it was like going to college during the Vietnam Era and how Mark ended up evading the draft. Their time spent on…
1960s Madison story by Joan Lowery
Lowery, originally from New York, came to the University to see what life was like for the rest of the United States. She talks about her involvement in unionizing a Greek Restaurant on State Street, Summer Vista prior to school, and the empowerment…
