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Olin Terrace
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A view of Olin Terrace. The terrace and fountain were built in 1934 by CWA and FERA workers. It was designed by Frank Riley, Madison architect, in the Italian Reanissance style and funded by the John M. Olin Memorial Fund. John Olin was the founder of the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association. This site became the Monona Terrace Convention Center, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
March 3, 1957
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964
Publication Information
| Creator | McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964 |
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| Date Created | March 3, 1957 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 26 x 21 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Photo Copy Service photographs and negatives, 1925-1983 |
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| Call Number | PH 6058.A2763 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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W013C3B
WHi 6441
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