Wisconsin Dells in Columbia County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
George H. Crandall
Steward of the Dells
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 6, 2020
1. George H. Crandall Marker
Inscription.
George H. Crandall. Steward of the Dells. Claiming that "no man can own the Dells." George H. Crandall - son-in-law to H.H. Bennett - ensured his legacy with extraordinary efforts to preserve the scenic landscape. Even though Crandall himself was involved in the tourist trade, managing hotels and river tours, he was dismayed by unsightly developments along the river. Crandall set about bringing back the area's woodlands. He purchased large tracts of land, tore down buildings and began a reforestation effort. The project was a success, with 1,200 acres of wilderness restored. Upon his death, Crandall's family continued the work and ultimately donated the land to the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, stipulating it must be kept in its natural state. "This beauty is yours because other before you loved the Dells."
Claiming that "no man can own the Dells." George H. Crandall - son-in-law to H.H. Bennett - ensured his legacy with extraordinary efforts to preserve the scenic landscape. Even though Crandall himself was involved in the tourist trade, managing hotels and river tours, he was dismayed by unsightly developments along the river. Crandall set about bringing back the area's woodlands. He purchased large tracts of land, tore down buildings and began a reforestation effort. The project was a success, with 1,200 acres of wilderness restored. Upon his death, Crandall's family continued the work and ultimately donated the land to the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, stipulating it must be kept in its natural state. "This beauty is yours because other before you loved the Dells."
Location. 43° 37.765′ N, 89° 46.579′ W. Marker is in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, in Columbia County. Marker can be reached from Broadway near Eddy Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 105 Broadway, Wisconsin Dells WI 53965, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Kilbourn City (a few steps from this marker); The Ho-Chunk People (within shouting distance of this marker); The Kilbourn Dam
More about this marker. This marker is located on the "Riverwalk." The "Riverwalk" is a public path along a portion of the Wisconsin River. Eleven makers are found along this path. Road access to the path is only available at the beginning and end of the "Riverwalk."
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 6, 2020
2. George H. Crandall Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 2, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 2, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 394 times since then and 50 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on October 2, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
