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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, Vicki Abshere, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Vicki Abshere.
Oral history interview with Mona Adams Winston
Oral history interview with Mona Adams Winston. Mona grew up on Lakeshore Court, next to Lake Monona in Madison, Wisconsin. Mona recounts childhood stories and memories including riding the city bus downtown to pay her family's bills at various…
COVID-19 story by Mouna Algahaithi, 2020
Mouna Algahaithi shares a story about her experience celebrating Ramadan during a time of social distance measures in Madison, Wisconsin. Mouna talks about the differences between Ramadan in 2020 compared with her experiences of the celebration in…
COVID-19 story by Derrick Allen, February 11, 2021
Derrick Allen shares his experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. He talks about getting laid off from two jobs early on in the pandemic, and how that affected his mental and physical health. He shares that around that same time, he was…
COVID-19 story by Martín Alvarado, 2020
Martín Alvarado shares his experience during the Safer at Home social distancing measures in Madison, Wisconsin. Martín describes his family relationships during social distancing, the work he is doing for the City of Madison and Madison Public…
Martin Alvarado in mask, 2020
Martín Alvarado with daughter, wearing face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison, Wisconsin, spring 2020.
Face masks and letter, 2020
A photograph depicts a fabric mask and a handwritten letter received by Martín Alvarado from his mother-in-law. The letter reads: "Hi, Martin. The masks are machine washable in hot water with detergent. The pink one is for your mom. Take care, Love…
COVID-19 story by Anonymous High School Student, 2020
An anonymous youth narrator talks about the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic and Safer at Home order has had on his school and personal life. He discusses extra precautions that are needed when going outside, life events that will be delayed due to…
COVID-19 story by Anonymous, April 18, 2020
An anonymous narrator describes their experiences so far with the COVID-19 pandemic and the Safer at Home order in Wisconsin. The narrator describes the shift to working from home, and how she and her partner are navigating a change in employment…
COVID-19 story by Anonymous, April 16, 2020
An anonymous narrator who lives on Madison's north side describes his experience during the COVID-19 pandemic and the Safer at Home order. The narrator discusses the differences in his neighborhood while schools and many businesses are closed, and…
Daffodils in the time of COVID, 2020
Daffodils in Anonymous Narrator's garden in late April, 2020.
COVID-19 story by Anonymous, July 9, 2020
An anonymous narrator describes her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic and the Safer at Home order. She discusses pursuing a degree virtually, and balancing school, a new job, childcare, and moving out of state in the midst of the pandemic.
COVID-19 story by Anonymous, August 5, 2020
An anonymous narrator shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. As a Hmong American, she describes the challenges of encountering racist attitudes when she goes out in public and how these experiences compound the anxiety she…
COVID-19 story by Anonymous, January 19, 2021
An anonymous narrator shares their experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. They talk about how, despite feeling anxieties about the news cycle and the spread of COVID-19 at the start of the pandemic, their lifestyle changed for the better…
COVID-19 story by Anonymous Addict in Recovery, January 29, 2021
An anonymous addict in long term recovery shares their experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. They talk about the challenges and new opportunities that have resulted from the pandemic, including the loss of human contact and meeting…
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…
COVID-19 story by Daniel Atwater, 2020
Danny Atwater shares his experiences working as a multi-site library assistant at Madison Public Library during the lead-up to the Safer at Home social distancing measures, and what work looks like during the library buildings' closures. Danny shares…
COVID-19 story by Jasmine Banks, 2020
Jasmine Banks shares her story of being part of a 5 generation family in Madison and how through her daily walks during social distancing she is rediscovering Madison.This story was originally recorded and shared as part of an episode of the Madison…
Oral history interview with Harvey Barash
Harvey Barash and his family lived and worked in and around the Greenbush neighborhood from 1939-1951. He was born at Madison General Hospital (now Meriter Hospital) in 1939. Interestingly, after receiving his medical degree from Albert Einstein…
Oral history interview with Mary Kay Baum
Mary Kay Baum is well-known and highly respected in the Madison area as a community organizer, lawyer, school board member, county board member, ordained minister and one-time Madison mayoral candidate. She has dedicated her life to social justice…
1960s Madison Story by Dave Baumgartner
Baumgartner, a graduate of 1969, talks about the feeling of coming back to Madison almost 50 years after graduating. While in school, he was drafted into the army and discusses the feeling of wanting to end his life, and why coming back to Madison…
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…
Oral history interview with Jenny Beatty
In 1983, Jenny Beatty was 21 years old and coordinator of the 18 month sanctuary of “Rogelio and Maria Gonzalez” (assumed names to protect their identity) and their four children in Madison, Wisconsin. The "Gonzalez" journey for sanctuary was due to…
Photo of "Gonzalez" family, 1984
"Gonzalez" family at home in Madison in 1984.
Photo of Jenny Beatty, Antonio and Estella Portillo and Meg Skinner at a Sanctuary reunion in Madison, 2015
Jenny Beatty, Antonio and Estella Portillo and Meg Skinner at a Sanctuary reunion in Madison in 2015. Meg was the first coordinator of the Madison Sanctuary Site and continued helping with the many activities needed to support the "Gonzalez" family…
Photo of the "Gonzalez" family's public introduction to the Madison community, Feb 19, 1984
The "Gonzalez" family was publicly introduced to the Madison community at Bethany United Methodist Church on Feb 19, 1984. The entire family was masked and were going by pseudonyms to protect their identities from the US, Guatemalan and Salvadoran…
COVID-19 story by Kiana Beaudin, March 5, 2021
Kiana Beaudin shares her experience as Executive Director of Health for the Ho-Chunk Nation during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She talks about working between various agencies and partners to institute protective measures, including writing the…
COVID-19 story by Brian Benford, November 5, 2020
Brian Benford shares his experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. He describes the experience of running a grassroots campaign for Wisconsin State Senate in August 2020, and how the pandemic influenced both his decision to run and his…
COVID-19 story by Sarina Benford, November 17, 2020
Sarina Benford shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She describes a potential brush with the virus early in February, when her 6-month-old son had a severe cough and fever and passed it on to Sarina and her partner, who both…
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.
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…
COVID-19 story by Sherri Bester, August 1, 2020
Sherri Bester talks about her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison, Wisconsin. She describes how the uncertainty and disorder of the pandemic affects her mentally and brings up feelings from various parts of her life, going all the way…
Photo of Di Salvo Family
Photograph of the Di Salvo family, ca. 1950. Family members pictured left to right:
Oral history interview with Marzo Bliss
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Marzo Bliss.
Photo of William Nardi, Municipal Restored, 2018
Photograph of William Nardi, taken at the Madison Municipal Restored event.
Susan Rottier, 2019
A photograph of Susan Rottier, taken during her 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.
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.
Jim Gempeler, 2019
A photograph in profile of Jim Gempeler, taken during his oral history interview on November 2, 2019.
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.
Tenney Park celebration, Denise Breyne, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Denise Breyne.
COVID-19 story by Allyson Bright, 2020
Allyson Bright describes what her work and life has been like since the social distance measures went into effect in March 2020. Allyson, who works as a life coach supporting women through art-making, talks about the shift from in-person to virtual…
Community panel on the Greenbush neighborhood
Sound recording of a community panel discussion on growing up in the Greenbush Neighborhood. Panelists Tony Bruno, Katie Stassi-West, Sam Moss, John Caliva, and Nick Baldarotta speak to their varying experiences as children and teenagers in the…
COVID-19 story by Anthony Brylski, 2020
Narrator Anthony Brylski, who works for the State of Wisconsin in the department that handles unemployment insurance, talks about the shift to working remotely and the experience of going to vote in person during Wisconsin's April primary.
1960s Madison story by Deborah Buchanan
Buchanan, who wrote for the Daily Cardinal in the late 1960s, discusses her involvement in the Asian studies department when it was just starting on campus, the protest across campus after the King assassination and the community involvement in…
COVID-19 story by Ron Burford, March 17, 2021
Ron Burford shares his experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. He talks about how the early months of the pandemic affected his mental health and forced him to deal with underlying emotions and trauma. He speaks about building up a…
Entrevista con Rodrigo Carapia Platica
Entrevista con el artista Rodrigo Carapia Platico sobre el mural en el que está trabajando en State Street en Madison, Wisconsin, luego de las protestas contra la brutalidad policial.
COVID-19 story by Phoenix Carter, 2020
Phoenix Carter shares how the COVID-19 pandemic has been affecting work and personal life since the Safer at Home order went into effect in March. Phoenix discusses the days leading up to the library's closure, and about working at home and as a…
Phoenix Carter, 2020
Headshot of Phoenix Carter.
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.
Oral history interview with Beatrice Chatman
Oral history interview with Beatrice Chatman. Beatrice shares memories of growing up in her mother's house right next to the South Madison Neighborhood Center (now the Boys & Girls Club) and Blessed Martin House (now the Catholic Multicultural…
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.
Oral history interview with Cora Christiansen
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Cora Christiansen.
Historia oral, entrevista con Mónica Cliff
Mónica Cliff es una Artista Mexicana egresada de Bellas Artes que llegó a Madison WI hace aproximadamente 20 años. Trabajó en las artes para diferentes compañías en inglés esperando que alguien creara algo en español. Al darse cuenta que nadie lo…
Photo of Monica Cliff, mask design, Madison, 2018
Monica Cliff putting details on a mask for a production of Madgascar by the Children's Theater of Madison. 2018
Photo of social painting event hosted by Inventiva works. Madison ca. 2018
Photo of participants at a social painting event hosted by Inventiva Works, an arts and arts education company in Madison, WI. ca. 2018
Photo of youth theater rehearsal, Inventiva Works, Madison, ca 2021
Photo of a rehearsal of the children's play La leyenda del tlacuache. Performers and crew are wearing face covering due to the COVID-19 epidemic. La leyenda del tlacuache is a Nahua folk tale adapted for theater by Monica Cliiff and produced by…
Digital flyer, alebrijes craft workshop, Inventiva Works, 2023
Digital flyer announcing a papier-mâché alebrije workshop for children. Alebrijes are Mexican folk art sculptures of fantastical creatures. Workshop was conducted by Inventiva Works.
COVID-19 story by Holly Cohn, July 4, 2020
Holly Cohn shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She speaks primarily about her sister, who was one of the first people in Madison diagnosed with COVID-19, and how the virus has impacted her family physically and emotionally.…
COVID-19 story by Terry Cohn, 2020
Terry Cohn describes her experience traveling to Portugal and Spain in late winter 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic began to ramp up in Europe. Terry talks about the logistics of traveling during the travel ban that went into effect in March. Terry…
Basílica de la Sagrada Família, Spain, 2020
A photograph of the Basílica de la Sagrada Família, also known as the Sagrada Família, taken by Terry Cohn on her trip to Portugal and Spain in spring 2020.
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.
COVID-19 story by Eunice Conley, February 18, 2021
Eunice Conley shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She starts by talking about the beginning of the pandemic and the information that was being shared, how it seemed like another flu. She then talks about how her family…
Office plant, cactus, Municipal Restored, 2018
A collage art work of a cactus.
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.
COVID-19 story by Victor Crentsil, 2020
Victor Crentsil describes the experience of traveling in Vietnam and Cambodia in the lead-up to the Safer at Home social distance measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares what he's been doing to stay engaged while staying at home, including…
Victor Crentsil
Headshot photograph of Victor Crentsil.
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.
Tenney Park celebration, Karen Crossley, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Karen Crossley.
Jenie Gao
Headshot photo of Jenie Gao.
Photograph of Barbara Tarockoff, Municipal Restored, 2018
Headshot of Barbara Tarockoff.
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.
COVID-19 story by Matt DeBlass, 2020
Matt DeBlass shares what life has looked like since the social distance measures went into place in Madison and Wisconsin. Matt describes what the Emerson East neighborhood looks and feels like right now, what life with roommates is like during a…
Tenney Park celebration, Jeanette Deloya, 2019
A two-part short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Jeannette Deloya.
Oral history interview with Benedict J. Di Salvo
Oral history interview with Benedict J. Di Salvo by Laura Damon-Moore for Madison Public Library's Living History project. Mr. Di Salvo grew up in the Greenbush neighborhood in the 1940s and 1950s, where his father, a Sicilian immigrant, and his…
Photo of Benedict J. Di Salvo
Photograph of Benedict J. Di Salvo, narrator for the Living History project on the Greenbush neighborhood. Benedict is pictured from the waist up, looking at the camera.
Oral history interview with Robert Dixon
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Robert Dixon.
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…
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.
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…
COVID-19 story by Coburn Dukehart, 2020
Coburn Dukehart shares a story about the experience of working as a photojournalist during the primary election in Wisconsin on April 7th, 2020, during the period of social distancing efforts in Wisconsin.See Coburn's photo essays from April 7th,…
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 Enid Eckstein
In the late 1960’s, Enid was an eager activist, involved in many causes. She says her experiences in the labor movement and labor history research played a significant role in the direction of the rest of her life. Overall, Eckstein views her time in…
COVID-19 story by Jelissa Edwards, August 7, 2020
Jelissa Edwards shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She describes how life has changed for her family, including both the challenges and rewards of spending more time with her kids, as well as changes in visitation policies…
Oral history interview with Don Eiler, 2018
Don Eiler meets with Andy Rubin to show and discuss the collection of artwork that he has at his Madison home. Don shares about his longtime partnership with artist Sam Gilliam and describes many of the pieces of sculpture and other artworks that he…
Sylvia Dworetsky Grunes with Workmen's Circle School program, Madison, 2023
Sylvia Dworetsky Grunes holds the program for the Workmen’s Circle School’s first annual performance in 1933. Sylvia, who was a seven-year-old student at the time of the performance, turned 97 in 2023.
Sam Moss, Madison, 2022
Sam Moss, whose grandparents Ida and Samuel Moskowsky operated the Milwaukee Bakery, displays the bell that once hung above the entry door to the family-owned shop.
Photo courtesy Daniel Einstein.
Photo courtesy Daniel Einstein.
COVID-19 story by Bettye Emmanuel, March 11, 2021
Bettye Emmanuel shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She describes her challenges as a lab technician and mother of four. Her story starts with difficulties at school prior to the pandemic and the family's transition to…
Madison Common Council resolution to establish a Sister City Relationship with the town of Arcatao in El Salvador, 1986
Copy of the official Madison Common Council resolution, #42,209, naming Arcatao Madison's first sister city. The resolution was authored by Rosa Escamilla, our first Latinx council member and was passed on April 1, 1986. The “Whereas” section makes…
COVID-19 story by Mary Fahndrich and Neeyati Shah, 2020
Mary Fahndrich and Neeyati Shah, librarians for Central Library in Madison, Wisconsin, share their personal and work experiences with the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact of the pandemic and the library's resulting closure on their library work.
Cactus in brown pot, Municipal Restored, 2018
A drawing of a green cactus in a brown pot accompanies the prompt, "Draw an office plant."
Oral history interview with Billy Feitlinger
Billy Feitlinger was elected to Madison’s Common Council 3 times in the 1980s. During that time, he served as President of the Council and was instrumental in drafting Resolution #42,209 naming Arcatao, El Salvador, Madison's first sister city. With…
Tenney Park celebration, Sue Fieber, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Sue Fieber.
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…
COVID-19 story by Paris Foster, January 12, 2021
Paris Foster shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She talks about how the pandemic has challenged and motivated her to take life more seriously, by participating in the UW Odyssey program, looking after her health, and…
Oral history interview with Linda Franklin
Oral history interview with Linda Franklin for the Living History Project. Linda shares childhood memories of growing up with her family on Fisher Street on the South Side of Madison. She shares stories about attending school at Franklin Elementary,…
COVID-19 story by Chase Frigen, 2020
Chase Frigen, who has lived in Madison for about a year, talks about his experience during the social distance measures in place in Madison in spring 2020. Chase talks about what his neighborhood looks like right now, and how day-to-day errands have…
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…
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.
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.
COVID-19 story by Jenie Gao, 2020
Jenie Gao shares a story about her father through the lens of watching films by martial artist Bruce Lee, and the systemic challenges she's facing as an artist and small business owner during the pandemic and subsequent social distancing measures.…
Pink Baby, 2010
Pink Baby, woodcut on cream-colored Folio paper, 50 x 38 inches, completed by artist Jenie Gao in 2010.
Pink Baby: Pamphlet, 2010
Pink Baby: Pamphlet, inkjet on dark blue Fabriano Ingres paper and Mohawk Superfine paper, 5 x 3.5 inches closed, 5 x 7 inches open, completed by artist Jenie Gao in 2010.
Historia oral, entrevista con María García
La Sra. Maria García nos cuenta sobre su experiencia como socia de la tienda Marimar en la ciudad de Madison. La Sra. Maria García nos habla de su comienzo en los negocios, los desafíos que a tenido que superar para mantener un negocio por más de dos…
COVID-19 story by Ann Garvin, 2020
Ann Garvin shares her family's story of four generations of nurses and the advice she gives to her daughter, a brand new ICU nurse. This story was originally recorded and shared as part of an episode of the Madison podcast Inside Stories. Listen to…
Photo of Marc Rosenthal being arrested in an anti-apartheid demonstration at Madison's Capitol Square, 1983
In the early 1980s when Marc was the staff person for Community Action on Latin America (CALA), they coordinated a program that brought Victor Rubio of the FMLN/FDR together with Neo Mnumzana of the African National Congress (ANC) to speak. 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…
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.
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.
1960s Madison Story by David Goldner
Goldner, originally from New York from a politically aware and active family, talks about the Dow Demonstrations, how he did not actively participate in the sit-in, but was apart of the Black student sit-ins, how that influenced him. He has a brief…
Historia oral, entrevista con Geovani González
Geovani González nos cuenta sobre sus inicios como locutor y como uno de los pioneros en el programa de radio de Rock en Español en WORT en el que lleva casi 20 años. El nos habla también de los desafíos que ha superado y las satisfacciones que el…
Photo of Geovani González, Madison, 2000s
Geovani Gonzalez en la cabina de WORT 89.9 FM, conduciendo el programa de Rock en Español, un martes por la noche.
Photo of Geovani González, Madison, 2020s
Geovani Gonzalez at the WORT 89.9 FM, studios hosting the Rock en Español, on a Wednesday evening.
COVID-19 story by Marisol González, 2020
Marisol González describes her idea of what quarantine / Safer at Home would look like: the opportunity to learn new things, practice meditation, yoga, and other activities. Marisol shares a humorous view of what she thought or hoped homeschooling…
COVID-19 story by Marisol Gonzalez, October 22, 2020
Marisol Gonzalez shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. Posing the question, "Does the pandemic help us to be more human?", Marisol describes supporting her young daughter through an incident where she witnessed…
COVID-19 story by Bresha Green, November 14, 2020
Bresha Green shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She talks about going to the ER with flu symptoms in January 2020, before COVID-19 testing was available, and noting how strange it seemed that both the waiting room and…
COVID-19 story by Kendra Greendeer, March 9, 2021
Kendra Greendeer shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She talks about experiencing pregnancy for the first time and describes how the pandemic disrupted the home birth she had envisioned for her daughter, Caaxota. Kendra…
Oral history interview with Sylvia Dworetzky Grunes
Sylvia Dworetzky Grunes grew up in the tight knit Jewish community in Madison's Greenbush neighborhood, with her Yiddish-speaking Russian immigrant parents. Sylvia lived with her family in several residences in the Greenbush neighborhood beginning…
Hand-drawn map of Greenbush neighborhood
Hand-drawn map of the historic Greenbush / Triangle neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin.
COVID-19 story by Kevin Hage, 2020
Kevin Hage describes spending time at home during the Safer at Home order in Madison in spring 2020. Kevin describes the process of teaching elementary school music remotely, and how different the day to day tasks are from in-person teaching.
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.
COVID-19 story by Erica Hainz, 2020
Erica Hainz describes working at the Central Library on the day before the Safer at Home order went into effect in Madison, Wisconsin on March 17, 2020. Erica describes working as an election worker assisting with curbside voting on Election Day for…
Lapham Elementary School playground closed due to Safer at Home, 2020
A photograph shows caution tape around the playground equipment at Lapham Elementary School in Madison, Wisconsin. The playgrounds are closed due to the Safer at Home order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring of 2020.
Lapham Elementary School playground closed due to Safer at Home order, 2020
A photograph shows the blacktop of Lapham Elementary School's playground surrounded by caution tape. School playgrounds and public park playgrounds were closed due to the Safer at Home order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in spring 2020.
COVID-19 story by Danielle Y. Hairston-Green, 2020
Danielle Y. Hairston-Green recounts an extended visit to her ex-partner's home during social distance measures. This story was recorded for an episode of the Madison podcast Inside Stories. To hear the full episode and subscribe to the podcast, click…
COVID-19 story by Sharisse Hancock, January 15, 2021
Sharisse Hancock shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She talks about the financial hardships her family has experienced throughout the pandemic. She describes an incident of COVID exposure, and reflects on how quarantine…
COVID-19 story by Denise Hardnett, August 7, 2020
Denise Hardnett shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She shares that she has lost friends and family to the virus and talks about how she relies on her faith and creative projects to maintain hope. She talks about being a…
Oral history interview with Dr. Richard Harris
Oral history interview with Dr. Richard Harris. Dr. Harris recounts his childhood in the South Madison neighborhood, beginning in the 1930s before South Madison was part of the City of Madison. Dr. Harris highlights the experience of Black…
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.
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.
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.
COVID-19 story by Michelle Herbrand, 2020
Michelle Herbrand describes what work with Madison Public Library looks like at the time of Safer at Home social distancing measures. Michelle shares updates about her family, what her social life looks like right now, and the process of planning for…
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 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 Edith Lawrence Hilliard
Oral history interview for the Living History Project with Edith Hilliard. Edith speaks to her childhood memories of growing up in the historic Greenbush neighborhood, on Mound Street and Conklin Court. She attended Washington Elementary School and…
Billy Feitlinger, Madison, 2023
Billy Feitlinger has worked for social and economic justice for all throughout his adult life and he served Madison, Dane County and the State of Wisconsin in many ways over his long career in public service. He co-founded Common Wealth Development…
COVID-19 story by James Hodge, January 5, 2021
James Hodge shares his experience as a high school student during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. He describes what it was like when his school shut down abruptly in March, and the challenges of online classes. He talks about losing touch with…
Tenney Park celebration, Caroline Hoffman, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Caroline Hoffman.
Tenney Park celebration, May "Gigi" Holland, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Gigi Holland.
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…
Photograph of Monkey Island
Spectators looking at the Monkey Island at Vilas Park Zoo (Henry Vilas Zoo). This is one of many images photographed by Harold Hone for "Wisconsin: A Guide to the Badger State."
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.
1960s Madison Story by Charles (Chuck) Hunt
During his three years as a student, Chuck Hunt participated in anti-war protests with Students for a Democratic Society and was beaten by police for his participation in the Dow riot. Hunt marks his experience in the fall of 1967 as a turning point…
COVID-19 story by David Hunt, 2020
David Hunt, who works as support staff for a hospital in Madison, describes his work and home life since mid-March as confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Dane County rose and as the Safer at Home order went into place.
COVID-19 story by Brian Lee Huynh, 2020
Brian Lee Huynh shares a story about his experience finishing the 2020 academic year at home, due to social distance measures in place in Wisconsin. Brian reflects on how being at home with his family has helped them reconnect and become closer at…
Oral history interview with Shirley Inhorn and Stan Inhorn
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood residents Shirley Inhorn and Stan Inhorn.
Photograph of Clara Franklin with sweet potato pie
A photograph of Clara Franklin holding two sweet potato pies in front of the Park Plaza Discount Center on Madison's South side.
Tenney Park celebration, Ed Jepsen, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Ed Jepsen.
Tenney Park celebration, Jackie Kaplan, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Jackie Kaplan.
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.
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…
Tenney Park celebration, Suzanne Keyes Rybeck, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Suzanne Keyes Rybeck.
1960s Madison story by Glen Kielley
Kielley briefly discusses in this interview making his way towards the front of the Dow Demonstration line, his observations, and finding his picture on the front of the Wisconsin State Journal.
Oral history interview with Paul and Jim Killerlain
Paul Killerlain and Jim Killerlain talk about their respective careers working on teams at Madison Metro. Both narrators discuss their work as bus drivers, and what bus driving in Madison was like in the 1950s through the 1990s. Paul and Jim talk…
COVID-19 story by Mark Koranda, 2020
Mark Koranda describes his experience as a graduating UW-Madison Ph.D. student during the social distance measures that were put in place in Madison in the spring of 2020. Mark shares a story about some project work he did on a national scale for…
Third grade pen pals, 2020
Written response about this image: Seeing my children write letters and postcards to family and friends has been an unexpected blessing during this time. They cut right to the chase: I hate not seeing you. I can’t wait to hug you. I miss getting…
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.
Oral history interview with Chuck Lane
Oral history interview with Chuck Lane. Chuck is the current owner of Lane's Bakery in the South Madison neighborhood, originally established by his grandfather in 1954. Chuck talks about baking since he was six years old, learning from the knowledge…
COVID-19 story by Catherine Lanser, 2020
Catherine Lanser shares her reflections on digital and virtual communications with family and coworkers during the COVID-19 pandemic and Safer at Home orders. This story was recorded as part of the Madison podcast Inside Stories. Listen to the full…
COVID-19 story by Carlee Latimer, 2020
Madison Public Library staff member Carlee Latimer discusses her work with the library's creativity platform The Bubbler in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, how the library's closure and the wider Safer at Home order is affecting artists in…
Garbage at Olbrich Park, Madison, 2020
A photograph shows detritus on the lake shore in Olbrich Park on Madison's east side in early spring, 2020.
Garbage on lakeshore, Madison, 2020
A photograph shows detritus on the lake shore in Olbrich Park on Madison's east side in early spring, 2020.
COVID-19 story by James Latimer, December 8, 2020
Percussionist, Professor Emeritus in the UW-Madison School of Music, and current director of the Capitol City Band, James Latimer shares his knowledge about the role that music plays in our lives. In this interview, he discusses how COVID-19 has…
Mary Kay Baum and Sue Lloyd, 25th MASCP Anniversary celebration at the Cardinal Bar, Madison (Wis.), 2011.
Mary Kay( left) was a guest of honor at MASCP’s 25th Anniversary. She is pictured here with Sue Lloyd, another long time supporter and active member of MASCP. Sue and her husband, the Rev. Art Lloyd, were both passionate supporters of CALA and…
Photo of Early MASCP Organizers at 25th Anniversary celebration at the Cardinal Bar, Madison (Wis.), 2011
This photo was taken at MASCP's 25th anniversary party in the spring of 2011 in Madison,WI. The guests of honor were Augustin Menjívar, head of the Junta Directiva in Arcatao at that time, and these very early supporters of MASCP: (from left to…
Municipal Building story by Jaclyn Lawton
Jacki Lawton recalls her memories of attending public meetings in the former courtroom of the Madison Municipal Building.
COVID-19 story by Sarah Lawton, 2020
Sarah Lawton describes her experience as a neighborhood library supervisor who opened a brand-new library on Madison's east side just days prior to the Safer at Home social distancing measures in March 2020. Sarah talks about staff and community…
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…
Oral history interview with John Leichtenberg
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident John Leichtenberg.
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…
Oral history interview with Ann Libert
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident, Ann Libert.
COVID-19 story by Jennifer Libert, 2020
Jennifer Libert describes her experience working with the City Clerk's office, first in preparing absentee ballots to send by mail, and then as a poll worker on Election Day during the Wisconsin presidential primary.
1960s Madison Story by David Lipsky
Though David was involved in many of the anti-war activities in Madison in the late 1960s, he recalled his activism with environmental issues while in town for the Madison Reunion. He was a founding organizer of the Science Students Union and…
Oral history interview with Kent Liska
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Kent Liska.
1960s Madison story by Donovan and Ellen Ljung
Don and Ellen met at UW-Madison; Ellen as an undergraduate and Don as a graduate student in physics. Met at a new student mixer. Don and Ellen speak to the political climate on campus and participation in war protests. In the late sixties, Ellen…
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…
COVID-19 story by Jamie Lovely, July 17, 2020
Jamie Lovely shares her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. She talks about balancing the many roles she plays in her family life, including virtual schooling and caring for children with special needs. She also reflects on the Black…
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…
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.
COVID-19 story by Denise Maddox, July 20, 2020
Denise Maddox shares her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. Denise talks about homeschooling her grandson and the lifestyle changes her family has made in order to stay safe. She talks about her mental and physical health, and the…
COVID-19 story by Tina Marie Maes, 2020
Tina Marie Maes describes what library work in cataloging and technical services has looked like during the social distance measures put in place in Madison in spring 2020. Tina discusses tentative plans for what the workplace in the Central Library…
Tina Marie Maes
A selfie photograph of narrator Tina Marie Maes.
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.
Former Westmorland neighborhood residents, 2010
Former Westmorland residents gather at the Oakwood Retirement Community for a discussion of their memories of the Westmorland neighborhood, July 28, 2010.
Close Call
A poem by Dana Maya, about social distance measures in Madison, Wisconsin, in spring 2020.
Photograph of Greg Mickells with interviewer, Municipal Restored, 2018
Photograph of Greg Mickells talking with interview Sarah White during Municipal Restored event.
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.
COVID-19 story by Nikyra McCann, August 31, 2020
Nikyra McCann shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison. Her father, now recovered, was diagnosed with COVID-19; she describes the severity of his illness, and what it was like to have to quarantine and not see him during that…
COVID-19 story by Susie McCormick, 2020
Susie McCormick shares her experience becoming ill during the COVID-19 pandemic. She describes her symptoms, virtual doctors' visits, and going to the emergency room and being tested for COVID-19.
In addition to Susie's audio story, she writes the…
In addition to Susie's audio story, she writes the…
Oral history interview with Ardith McDowell
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Ardith McDowell.
COVID-19 story by Mike McGrath, 2020
Mike McGrath describes the experience of the Safer at Home order during the COVID-19 pandemic in spring 2020. Mike talks about what his neighborhood looks like at the moment, and describes what library work from home is like during this time.
Oral history interview with John McKenna III
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident John McKenna III.
Students from the Workmen’s Circle School, Madison, 1933.
Students from the Workmen’s Circle school assembled on the stage of the Labor Lyceum. At the center of the group is the school’s principal and only teacher, Philip Seigel. Students would be taught to: “read, write and speak the Yiddish language,…
Detail from the image "Students from the Workmen’s Circle school," Madison, 1933.
Students from the 1933Workmen’s Circle school assembled on the stage of the Labor Lyceum. One students is holding a poster in Yiddish.
Yiddish translation of header text: “Send your children to the Arbeiter Ring Shule” (Workmen’s Circle School)…
Yiddish translation of header text: “Send your children to the Arbeiter Ring Shule” (Workmen’s Circle School)…
Oral history interview with Kurt Meyer
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Kurt Meyer.
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.
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…
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.
Photograph of Linda Franklin singing at Lee Dreyfus inaugural.
A photograph of Lee Dreyfus's inaugural celebration in Madison, Wisconsin in 1979. Linda Franklin sings the national anthem.
Entrevista con Richie Morales
Entrevista con el artista Richie Morales sobre el mural en el que está trabajando en State Street en Madison, Wisconsin, luego de las protestas contra la brutalidad policial.
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…
Oral history interview with Sam Moss
Samuel Moss fondly recalls the Jewish community in the Greenbush neighborhood where he was born in 1938 at St. Mary’s Hospital. His Russian born grandparents moved to Madison in 1924 to open the kosher Milwaukee Bakery on S. Murray St. His extended…
COVID-19 story by Austin Moule, 2020
Austin Moule describes his experience working at a grocery store in Madison during the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring of 2020. He recounts making face masks at home to share with coworkers and friends, and shares his concerns about having depleted…
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 Joan Murphy
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood resident Joan Murphy.
1960s Madison Story by Anne Nadler Grosser
Nadler Grosser was involved in the Madison campus in the early part of the 60s. She discusses her involvement and the importance of housing cooperatives in her life being involved in CORE.
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…
1960s Madison story by Jayne Neveu Niebruegge
Sharing anecdotes about her time as a student at UW-Madison in the late 1960’s, Jayne says her experiences inspired her to be more active in protests on campus. She recollects scenes on campus from the Dow protests and how the assassinations of…
Photo of Madison Central High School
Exterior view of Central High School with cars parked in front.
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…
Oral history interview with Kara O'Connor, Rae Rocca, and Elizabeth Heinrichs
Oral history interview with Kara O'Connor, Rae Rocca, and Elizabeth Heinrichs. The three women share the story of 1029 Chandler Street in Madison, Wisconsin, a house built by Rae's grandmother and Elizabeth's great-grandmother, an Italian immigrant…
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…
Cover of "Odyssey Oracle," April 15, 2020
A screenshot of the cover of the Odyssey Project's newsletter, Odyssey Oracle. This newsletter features writing by Odyssey students about their personal experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and Safer at Home order in Wisconsin. Read the…
Mary Lee Griggs and Children with Blocks, Madison, 1941
Miss Mary Lee Giggs, Neighborhood House playschool director, poses with her young charges (L-R): Catherine Oliva, Delores Caire, and Sam Moskowsky (Moss). The students posing for this image were selected to highlight the ethnic diversity of the…
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.
COVID-19 story by James Owen, 2020
James Owen, who works in the information technology field, describes what daily life has been like since the Safer at Home order social distance measures were put in place. James shares a couple of moments on a national level that have had an impact…
COVID-19 story by Brendon Panke, 2020
Brendon Panke shares a story about family relationships and his wedding celebration. Brendon shares the impact the social distancing measures in effect in Wisconsin have had on his in-person relationship with his grandmother. This story was…
News clipping of Max Shapiro
Newspaper clipping featuring newspaper vendor Max Shapiro with his new news stand.
COVID-19 story by Christa Parmentier, 2020
Christa Parmentier describes her and her family's experiences during the social distancing measures in Madison, Wisconsin in spring 2020. Christa talks about the emotional challenges facing her children as they navigate distance learning in the midst…
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.
Oral history interview with Sharon Persich
Sharon Persich is interviewed about her career at Madison Metro. Sharon shares several projects that she worked on as part of Metro's Scheduling and Planning team, including the shift to the transfer point system, the introduction of real-time bus…
Photo of Rev. Arthur Lloyd and Laurie Lemel sitting behind four El Salvador refugees at St. Francis House, circa 1983
This photo accompanied a news article in the Wisconsin State Journal on May 24, 1983. It shows the group of refugees in Madison Sanctuary Site #1 at a public sanctuary event at St. Francis Student House in Madison. (l to r in back) the Reverend Art…
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.
COVID-19 story by TaiKiah Phillips, October 20, 2020
TaiKiah Phillips shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Madison, as well as Arizona. She talks about how the lack of guidelines and support for seeking healthcare during the early days of the pandemic led to losing her job. She…
Photograph of Rennebohm's on University Avenue
Interior of the Rennebohm Drug Store #7 at 901 University Avenue, with the soda fountain, two soda jerks, and the general sales area.
Oral history interview with Antonio Portillo
Antonio Portillo was 28 years old when he fled Guatemala with his wife, Estella, and their four children. In this interview, Antonio recounts the horrific story of why they were forced to leave Guatemala from one day to the next and how they found…
Photo of Portillo family at retirement party for both Antonio and Estella, 2022
Portillo family at retirement party in 2022 for both Antonio and Estella
Photo of "Gonzalez" family on the grounds of St. Benedict's Monastery where they were in Sanctuary, 1984
"Gonzalez" family on the grounds of St. Benedict's Monastery where they were in Sanctuary in 1984.
Photo of Penn Park shelter
Penn Park shelter house, 2101 Fisher Street, near the Dane County Coliseum.
Photograph of Penn Park Shelter
Penn Park shelter house, 2101 Fisher Street, near the Dane County Coliseum.
Tenney Park celebration, Patty Prime, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Patty Prime.
1960s Madison Story by Ann Prisland
Ann Prisland came to UW-Madison in 1965 to study American History. She talked about her involvement with the Union and its impact on the community during the Vietnam War.
She also talked about the other functions it has served over the years as well…
She also talked about the other functions it has served over the years as well…
Tenney Park celebration, Jane Qualle, 2019
A short story about Tenney Park and the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood, told by Jane Qualle.
Oral history interview with Mary Quinn and Ken Quinn
This is an oral history interview with Westmorland neighborhood residents Mary Quinn and Ken Quinn.
COVID-19 story by Oroki Rice, August 5, 2020
Oroki Rice shares her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in Chicago, IL. She talks about staying at home nearly every day since March 11 and describes the few exceptions to that routine. Oroki also shares about the support networks and…
1960s Madison story by David Robb
Robb, a long-time student at the UW, talks about his experiences on campus in the mid-1960s. He talks about living on State Street, the protests that took place all over campus, and seeing the Dow Riots. He briefly lived in California where he was…
Historia oral, entrevista con Victor Rojas
Víctor Rojas nos cuenta sobre su experiencia como uno de los dueños de compañías de construcción en la ciudad de Madison. Víctor Rojas nos habla también de los desafíos que a tenido que superar y las satisfacciones que su compañía le a dado por más…
VR Construction, work on house foundation, Madison, ca. 2020
A builder from VR Construction works on the foundation of a house in Madison.
VR Construction, work on roof structure, Madison, ca. 2020
Two builders from VR Construction work on the joists of a house in Madison,
Victor Rojas working on an attic, Madison, winter ca 2020.
Victor Rojas, from VR Construction, snaps a selfie on a cold day in Madison, while working on an attic.