National Register of Historic Places

University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium

University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium is a historic place in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 4, 1993, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 93001618.

Madison, Dane County, WisconsinListed November 4, 1993NRIS #93001618★ National Historic Landmark
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What is University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium?

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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Listing details

Name
University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium
City
Madison
County
Dane County
Listed on the National Register
November 4, 1993
NRIS reference number
93001618
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
43.07626, -89.39819
When was University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium listed on the National Register?

University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 4, 1993.

Where is University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium located?

University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium is located in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin at approximately 43.07626, -89.39819. See the map above.

Is University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. University of Wisconsin Armory and Gymnasium is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.