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Bascom Hall

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A view of Bascom Hall with dome (formerly Main Hall) on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus looking north past the front portico. The view includes the dome later destroyed by fire.

Date Created:
1915
Creator:
Photoart House (Firm)

Publication Information

Creator Photoart House (Firm)
Date Created 1915

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 18 x 23 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s
Call Number Place Madison UW.132

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013VS9
Legacy ID
WHi 7234

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