Property Record
2450 ATWOOD AVE
Architecture and History Inventory
| Historic Name: | St. Bernard's Roman Catholic Church |
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| Other Name: | St. Bernard's Roman Catholic Church |
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| Reference Number: | 94857 |
| Location (Address): | 2450 ATWOOD AVE |
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| County: | Dane |
| City: | Madison |
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| Year Built: | 1926 |
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| Survey Date: | 1985 |
| Historic Use: | house of worship |
| Architectural Style: | Late Gothic Revival |
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| Wall Material: | Sandstone |
| Architect: | J.J. Flad |
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| Demolished?: | No |
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| National/State Register Listing Name: | Not listed |
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| 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, State Historic Preservation Office. 1987- Designed by John J. Flad. Built in 1927. Imposing example of Gothic Revival style. Constructed of local sandstone. Main facade is dominated by a large square tower. Most of the windows are original stained and painted glass made by the German artist Kurt Drewes. The addition of windows of an abstract design as well as interior changes were carried out in 1968. St. Bernard's congregation was established in 1907. Madison Historic Landmark: 3/16/1981 |
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| Bibliographic References: | Schenk-Atwood Neighborhood walking tour guide. published by the Madison Landmarks Commission and the Atwood Community Center, 1987. |
| Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory, State Historic Preservation Office, Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin |