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Series VII: Wildwood, 1922, 1979-1999

 Series — Box: 1167

Scope and Contents

Series includes materials concerning the purchase of the grounds, construction of the home, and maintenance and renovation projects. Arranged chronologically.

Dates

  • Creation: 1922, 1979-1999

Biographical / Historical

Wildwood served as the Presidents house. In 1922, the university purchased a 124 acre tract of land to be used as a demonstration farm. On the land was found an abandoned structure which housed a two story wine cellar. In 1923, the building was renovated upon the foundations of the winery. It has been updated, remodeled, and undergone major repairs several times over its lifetime. Currently it is not used as the President’s residence, but serves as lodging for special guests of the University.

Extent

From the Collection: 8.6 Linear Feet

From the Collection: 33 map folders

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository

Contact:
One University Plaza, MS 4600
Cape Girardeau Missouri 63701 United States
5736512245