Kemper Hall, Historic educational complex in Kenosha, United States
The Renaissance Revival building contains multiple structures including a chapel, observatory, arts center, and the original Durkee Mansion along Lake Michigan.
Charles Durkee, an early Kenosha settler and U.S. Senator, constructed the mansion in 1861 before donating it to St. Matthew's Episcopal Church for educational purposes.
The institution operated as an all-girls boarding school for 105 years, emphasizing athletic competition, critical thinking, prayer, and intellectual development.
The property now functions as the Kemper Center, offering conference facilities, event spaces, and educational programs within its 17.5-acre lakefront grounds.
The Chemistry Lab at Kemper Hall marked a milestone as Wisconsin's first laboratory specifically designed for women's scientific education.
Location: Kenosha
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.57640,-87.81390
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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