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Related Historical Markers
This is a list of markers on the Wisconsin Idea and "Fighting Bob."
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Charles R. Van Hise
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| | As president of the University of Wisconsin from 1903 to 1918, Charles Van Hise championed a mission of public service that became known as the Wisconsin Idea. Calling for professors to share the wealth of their teaching and research, Van Hise . . . — — Map (db m32505) HM |
| On State Street at North Murray Street when traveling east on State Street. |
| | In the early 20th century, experts from around the country came to study Wisconsin’s “laboratory of democracy.” The state’s Progressive politicians, led by “Fighting Bob”—Governor Robert La Follette Sr.—were using . . . — — Map (db m32939) HM |
| On Norman Way, 0.2 miles east of Old Middleton Road, on the right when traveling east. |
| | This large stucco house was designed by noted Madison bungalow designer, Cora Tuttle. From 1913 to 1937, it was the home of John R. Commons, a U.W. professor of economics. Commons was nationally significant as the author of important social reforms . . . — — Map (db m45742) HM |
| On South Broom Street at West Wilson Street, on the right when traveling south on South Broom Street. |
| | "Fighting Bob" La Follette and his wife Belle Case La Follette moved into this dignified old residence in 1881. Both graduated from the UW Law School, Belle being the first woman to do so. Both became preeminent state and national political . . . — — Map (db m242051) HM |
| On Williams Drive, 0.3 miles north of River Drive, on the left when traveling north. |
| | Wisconsin's most famous political leader and greatest statesman. Born on a farm in Primrose Township, Dane County, he was the first native son and first University of Wisconsin graduate to become Wisconsin Governor. He rose from Dane County . . . — — Map (db m207173) HM |
| On Lakewood Boulevard, 0.1 miles south of New Castle Way, on the right when traveling south. |
| | Robert M. La Follette home has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935. This site possesses exceptional value in commemorating and illustrating the history of the . . . — — Map (db m57729) HM |
| On West Main Street at South Hamilton Street, on the left when traveling west on West Main Street. |
| | These two buildings of an original three-building block were designed in the Italianate style, elements of which are visible above the first story. While this block housed a variety of businesses, it is historically significant for its association . . . — — Map (db m67033) HM |
Jun. 6, 2024