Madison in Dane County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
John Nolen Causeway
Photographed By William J. Toman, July 6, 2010
1. John Nolen Causeway Marker
Inscription.
John Nolen Causeway. . This causeway overlooking Lake Monona and downtown Madison is named after John Nolen (1869-1937). A nationally known landscape architect, Nolen was retained by the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association to study ways to make the city more functional and beautiful. In his book "Madison, A Model City" (1911), Nolen encouraged public action and support in park development, and made recommendations in the areas of housing, transportation, and land use controls. Over the course of several decades, a number of his recommendations have been put into effect, including beautifying the shores of Lake Monona. . This historical marker is in Madison in Dane County Wisconsin
This causeway overlooking Lake Monona and downtown Madison is named after John Nolen (1869-1937). A nationally known landscape architect, Nolen was retained by the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association to study ways to make the city more functional and beautiful. In his book "Madison, A Model City" (1911), Nolen encouraged public action and support in park development, and made recommendations in the areas of housing, transportation, and land use controls. Over the course of several decades, a number of his recommendations have been put into effect, including beautifying the shores of Lake Monona.
Location. 43° 4.008′ N, 89° 23.128′ W. Marker is in Madison, Wisconsin, in Dane County. Marker is at the intersection of John Nolen Drive and North Shore Drive, on the right when traveling east on John Nolen Drive. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Madison WI 53703, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of
Also see . . . 1. John Nolen Historical Essay. A short biography from the Wisconsin Historical Society. (Submitted on July 6, 2010, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin.)
2. Movers & Shapers. Article names Nolen one of the ten most influential people in Madison history. (Submitted on July 12, 2010, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin.)
Photographed By William J. Toman, July 6, 2010
2. John Nolen Causeway Marker
Looking southwest from the marker, on the right, with Lake Monona on the left and the first bridge of the causeway in the background.
Photographed By William J. Toman, July 6, 2010
3. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
Looking northeast from the marker. John Nolen Drive runs under the parking structure for Monona Terrace.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 25, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 6, 2010, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 1,075 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on July 6, 2010, by William J. Toman of Green Lake, Wisconsin. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.