Greenbush in Madison in Dane County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Edward Klief Park

Photographed By William J. Toman, March 17, 2011

1. Edward Klief Park Marker

Inscription. The first parcels of land for this park were acquired by the city of Madison in 1936 to create the "Milton Street Playground." Later, more land was purchased to expand the park.

On March 5, 1969, the playground was renamed in memory of Edward Klief (1882-1969.) Klief had been a Madison resident for 68 years and had fought to create this park. He had served as an alderman in the old Eleventh Ward from 1935 through 1937, and also served as an election official at the polls for many years.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical month for this entry is March 1794.

Location. 43° 3.99′ N, 89° 24.432′ W. Marker is in Madison, Wisconsin, in Dane County. It is in Greenbush. Marker is at the intersection of Milton Street and Orchard Street, on the right when traveling west on Milton Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Madison WI 53715, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bowen House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Longfellow School (approx. ¼ mile away); Camp Randall (approx. ¼ mile away); Italian Workmen's Club (approx. 0.3 miles away); University of Wisconsin Field House (approx. 0.3 miles away); Barry Alvarez (approx. 0.3 miles away);

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Pat Richter (approx. 0.3 miles away); Bear (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Madison.

Photographed By William J. Toman, March 17, 2011

2. Edward Klief Park Marker

The park is in the background.

Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 18, 2011, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 969 times since then and 58 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 18, 2011, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin.