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Concrete Castle

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Unusual concrete play castle at Brittingham Park. This functional art was built by Paul Duesler with materials supplied by the Madison Jaycees.

Date Created:
May 24, 1970
Creator:
Potter, James T.

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Creator
Potter, James T.
Date Created
May 24, 1970

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Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0131T4
Legacy ID
WHi 35444

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