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North Hall, University of Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin
County of Dane.
University of Wisconsin campus
National Register Number: 66000021
 Resource type: Building.
Property type: Educational facility - related. The threat level was Satisfactory in
2004.
Congressional District: WI-2 Certified Local Government: YES
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Current use/information: Classroom and Office Building.

Statement of Significance (as of designation - December 21, 1965):
Constructed in 1851, this is the first structure built on the campus of the State university which pioneered in extension work, particularly in agricultural programs, and in the involvement of scholars in legislative and regulatory affairs on a non-partisan basis. Known as the "Wisconsin Idea", the univerity's innovative cooperative program stemmed from the concept that an enlightened public would best ensure a progressive America.

There are no new or ongoing threats. Minor utility site work in the area and re-landscaping have been completed. Bascom Mall, which North Hall faces, is currently part of a campus-wide cultural landscape study being developed by the campus and a private consultant with funds from the Getty Institute in California.


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