ONLINE: Ranch Dressing: The Wisconsin Post World War II Landscape

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Madison Trust for Historic Preservation

An example of a Mid-Century Modern ranch.

Architectural historian Jim Draeger is always worth listening to. The former state historic preservation officer is the co-author of a book about Wisconsin bars and another about gas stations. During this event sponsored by Madison Trust for Historic Preservation, he talks about a form of architecture ubiquitous in the state: the ranch house. The talk will take place via Zoom. Tickets are $10; register here.

media release: At the turn of the century, architects were searching for an American architectural aesthetic that respected the beauty of materials and honesty of hand craftsmanship.   This series explores Wisconsin residences influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement.  Slide illustrated lectures will discuss the Bungalow, American Four-Square, and Prairie School as American expressions of the social and cultural ideas of the Arts and Crafts Philosophy.

At the turn of the century, architects were searching for an American architectural aesthetic that respected the beauty of materials and honesty of hand craftsmanship.   This series explores Wisconsin residences influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement.  Slide illustrated lectures will discuss the Bungalow, American Four-Square, and Prairie School as American expressions of the social and cultural ideas of the Arts and Crafts Philosophy.

Presented by Jim Draeger

Jim Draeger has a deep and abiding interest in everyday buildings and the stories behind them. As an architectural historian, who retired after 31 years at the Wisconsin Historical Society, Draeger celebrates the importance of ordinary buildings to our daily lives through his research, writing, lectures and documentaries.

With co-author, Mark Speltz, he has published with Wisconsin Historical Society Press, two award-winning books profoundly imbedded with the history of Wisconsin: The first is "Fill 'er Up: The Glory Days of Wisconsin Gas Stations" (2008). The second, "Bottoms Up: A Toast to Wisconsin's Historic Bars & Breweries" (2012). He is also a frequent presenter on Wisconsin Public Television, which has produced a companion DVDs to both books and is seen in other documentaries on resorts, supper clubs and other Wisconsin topics.

TICKETS: Madison Trust Members $5.00 | General Public $10.00