Wisconsin Historical Society Headquarters

Name: InSite Consulting Architects
Price range: $

Project Background

The Wisconsin Historical Society’s (WHS) Headquarters building is one of the most prominent buildings in Madison and in the State of Wisconsin, listed on both the State Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places. It has been in use with its original function since 1900. Designed by the Milwaukee architectural firm of Ferry and Clas, much of the original exterior character has remained intact. However, as with many historic buildings, numerous changes have occurred over time, its infrastructure has exceeded its useful life and maintenance projects have come due.

Project Type: Preservation & Restoration

Markets Served: Municipal/Government , Civic/Community/Cultural

Scope

• Rigorous review of existing conditions

• Replacement roof system with leak detection

• Masonry restoration through cleaning, repairs, and crack-monitoring

• Window restoration and window thermal improvements

• Comprehensive project with full time, on-site construction observation and contract

administration

Solution

The two projects for this building’s envelope repair provide necessary repairs to damaged areas and relieve past-due maintenance areas. Enhanced technology will provide a leak detection system at the roof to protect the sacred archival materials within the building. The masonry restoration will give the building a fresh face to proudly stand for another 100 years.

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