Elizabeth Bardwell Papers, 1935-2002
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Title: Elizabeth Bardwell Papers
Inclusive Dates: 1935-2002

Creator:
  • Bardwell, Elizabeth
Call Number: M2000-014

Quantity: 2.0 c.f. (2 record center cartons), 2 videorecordings, and 3 film reels

Repository:
Wisconsin Historical Society, Division of Library, Archives, and Museum Collections

Archival Locations:
Wisconsin Historical Society (Map)
See the catalog entry for information of possible additional materials and shelf locations.

Abstract:
Papers of Elizabeth Bardwell, a Madison, Wisconsin environmentalist and journalist. Bardwell was especially concerned with urban restoration and beautification, and limiting uncontrolled urban growth. Her activities included advocating for bike paths and lanes, hiking and bridle paths, and organizing local environmental groups. She formed Capital Community Citizens in 1964. As a study of urban expansion and with the assistance of Capital Community Citizens, Bardwell researched and published the book, More is Less, in 1973. Bardwell also served as chairman of the Wisconsin Natural Beauty Council and attended the United Nations Habitat Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia in 1976.

Language: English

URL to cite for this finding aid: http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-m2000014
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