University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium
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The University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium, also called "the Red Gym", is a building on the campus of University of Wisconsin–Madison. It was originally used as a combination gymnasium and armory beginning in 1894. Designed in the Romanesque revival style, it resembles a red brick castle. It is situated on the shores of Lake Mendota, overlooking Library Mall, and adjacent to Memorial Union.
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University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium | |
Location | 716 Langdon Street, Madison, Wisconsin |
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Coordinates | 43°4′34.44″N 89°23′55.28″W |
Built | 1894 |
Architect | Conover, Allan; Porter, Lew |
Architectural style | Romanesque revival |
Part of | Bascom Hill Historic District (ID74000065) |
NRHP reference No. | 93001618 |
Significant dates | |
Added to NRHP | November 04, 1993[1] |
Designated NHL | November 04, 1993[2] |
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