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Artesian Stock Farm
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Bird's-eye view drawing of the grounds of Villa Louis, the estate of the fur trading Dousman family. After the death of H. Louis Dousman's mother in 1882, he began the transformation of the property into a horse-breeding farm to make his passionate hobby of harness racing into his livelihood.
1884
Simplot, A. (Alexander), 1837-1914
Publication Information
| Creator | Simplot, A. (Alexander), 1837-1914 |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1884 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Extent | 1 document |
| Dimensions | 21 x 13 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Hercules L. Dousman family papers, 1830-1911 |
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| Call Number | Mss 623 |
| Media Number | Box 37,Folder 8 |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9911124891302121 |
| Finding Aid | https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-mss00623 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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Villa Louis
Prairie Du Chien, WI
Step into the lives of a Wisconsin dynasty, the Dousman Family. Situated on the banks of the Mississippi, the stylish country estate and surrounding 25-acre complex was the home and horse racing farm for three generations, features world-class art and rare books, and is now a National Historic Landmark.
521 N VILLA LOUIS RD
241961
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Prairie du Chien Courier
