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Memorial Park | Property Record | Wisconsin Historical Society

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Memorial Park

Architecture and History Inventory
Memorial Park | Property Record | Wisconsin Historical Society
NAMES
Historic Name:Memorial Park
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Reference Number:133718
PROPERTY LOCATION
Location (Address):Memorial Park
County:Bayfield
City:Washburn
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PROPERTY FEATURES
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Survey Date:2005
Historic Use:park
Architectural Style:NA (unknown or not a building)
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Demolished?:No
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NATIONAL AND STATE REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
National/State Register Listing Name:Not listed
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NOTES
Additional Information:A 'site file' exists for this property. It contains additional information such as correspondence, newspaper clippings, or historical information. It is a public record and may be viewed in person at the Wisconsin Historical Society, Division of Historic Preservation.

Memorial Park is dedicated to the "soldiers and sailors of Washburn." A veteran's monument donated by DuPont is located at the entrance to the Park. In the center of the Park there is a cluster of four buildings. The largest building was once the Park caretaker's home during the summer. Other buildings served as a concession stand and an outdoor kitchen. Although not architecturally significant, these buildings represent an important aspect of the social history of the community. For generations, Memorial Park was also a popular swimming destination when a long dock extended from the water's edge.
Bibliographic References:Washburn Heritage Preservation Association. Wood, Stone, and Water: Washburn Walking Tour. Bayfield: Roslyn Nelson, 2005.
RECORD LOCATION
Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory, State Historic Preservation Office, Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin

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