Olin Park Pavilion (Monona Lake Assembly Normal Hall)
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| Amenity | Details |
|---|---|
| Address: | 1156 Olin-Turville Court |
| Park: | Olin Park |
| Capacity: | See Seating. |
| Restrooms: | In separate building |
| Water: | Available in shelter |
| Kitchenette: | No |
| Parking: | Parking lot |
| Seating Included: | Yes - Approx. 15 - 6ft banquet-style tables and 75 chairs. |
| P.A. (Amplified Sound) Permit Allowed: | Yes - Six (6) hour permit to end by 9 p.m. |
Shelter Details
The Olin Park Pavilion, known as the Monona Lake Assembly Normal Hall, is one of the most popular park shelters in the city. With its beautiful lake and downtown skyline views and open-air style, it's no wonder. The Pavilion, originally built in 1884, is one of the most historic buildings owned by the City of Madison and was designed by Madison architect David R. Jones as 'Normal Hall' for the Wisconsin Sunday School Assembly. It has gracefully aged and transformed over the years to serve a variety of uses. In 2000, the Olin Pavilion was renovated to better serve the public and to resemble the original 1884 "barn."
Restrooms are in a separate building with a nearby water fountain.
No firearms or weapons are permitted on this property. Violators are considered trespassers and subject to forfeiture or arrest.