Photograph
Pedestrians on Bascom Hill

Elevated view of Bascom Hill and lower campus vicinity from the roof of the Wisconsin Historical Society, which was then under construction. A large group of pedestrians are walking on the path on the right, and there is snow on the ground. Bascom Hall (formerly Main Hall) is at the top of the hill. Music Hall with the clock tower is on the left. |
Image ID: | 2261 |
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Creation Date: | circa 1899 |
Creator Name: | Unknown |
City: | Madison |
County: | Dane |
State: | Wisconsin |
Collection Name: | Place File |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
Original Format Number: | PF Madison UW.191 |
Original Dimensions: | 6.5 x 5.5 inches |
A slightly cropped version appears on plate 146 in State Historical Library Building, Madison, Wisconsin, a book of cyanotype prints documenting the construction of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin's headquarters building. The book was presented by Francis W. Grant, Superintendent of Construction, to the Wisconsin Historical Society. See Image ID: 28635. |
Architecture |
Buildings |
Outdoor photography |
Clocks and watches |
College students |
Clock towers |
College buildings |
University of Wisconsin |
Snow |
Trees |
Cities and towns |
Pedestrians |
This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society. |
Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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