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N.E. Hansen South Dakota -- Brookings With digital objects
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N.E. Hansen standing by a small table in a room with horticultural displays of flowers and fruits.
Dr. N.E. Hansen at a horticultural display, undated
Dr. N.E. Hansen and an unknown man are in a greenhouse full of flowers on the campus of South Dakota State College.
Dr. N.E. Hansen in a South Dakota State College greenhouse, undated
Dr. N.E. Hansen and an unknown man are in a greenhouse full of flowers on the campus of South Dakota State College.
Dr. N.E. Hansen in a South Dakota State College greenhouse, undated
Dr. N.E. Hansen and an another man are in a greenhouse full of flowers on the campus of South Dakota State College.
Dr. N.E. Hansen in a South Dakota State College greenhouse, undated
Dr. N.E. Hansen and an another man are in a greenhouse full of flowers on the campus of South Dakota State College.
Dr. N.E. Hansen in a South Dakota State College greenhouse, undated
Rare portrait of Dr. N.E. Hansen without a beard, he is wearing an overcoat and a hat and seated in a chair.
Dr. N.E. Hansen, undated
Dr. N.E. Hansen in a suit and tie and wearing a hat while he looks at bushes.
Dr. N.E. Hansen, undated
Fruit tree on the campus of South Dakota State College was part of N.E. Hansen's research on fruit.
Fruit tree at South Dakota State College, undated
Fruit tree on the campus of South Dakota State College was part of N.E. Hansen's research on fruit.
Fruit tree at South Dakota State College, undated
Lillian Gibson roses, developed by N.E. Hansen, were named for Mrs. Charles W. Pugsley at the request of her husband, Charles W. Pugsley, who was president of South Dakota State College from 1923-1940.
Lillian Gibson roses at South Dakota State college in 1940
Monument dedicated to N.E. Hansen in recognition to his service to South Dakota State College, it was located in between the Administration Building and the Horticulture Building; the bronze citation reads: 'South Dakota State College seeks to perpetuate the memory of its long-time fruit and plant breeder: Niels Ebbesen Hansen. Born at Rebe, Denmark, January 4, 1866, came to the United States in 1873. Made Professor of Horticulture of South Dakota State College in 1895; Professor Emeritus in 1937. A world traveler and collector of plants, he developed drought resistant verities of fruits, flowers, and grasses for the Great Plains. His efforts provided the people of the Great Plains the means through which they enjoy a better living. August 25, 1959.' The rock was donated by Jno E. Gueffroy from near Colman, South Dakota. It is approximately 4.5 feet tall, 4.5 feet wide, with a 26 inch base.
Memorial dedicated to N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
N.E. Hansen stands in front of the South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station display, there is a sign that encourages viewers to 'Join the State Horticultural Society' and features the Waneta Plum, there is a sign for "Breeding Hardy Fruits" and may South Dakota State College pennants and a United States flag hanging on the wall in the booth
N.E. Hansen at a South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station display, undated
N.E. Hansen Memorial Garden located at McCrory Gardens on the campus of South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota.
N.E. Hansen Memorial Garden at McCrory Gardens in Brookings, South Dakota in 1996
N.E. Hansen Memorial Garden located at McCrory Gardens on the campus of South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota.
N.E. Hansen Memorial Garden at McCrory Gardens in Brookings, South Dakota in 1996
N.E. Hansen standing by a fruit tree on the campus of South Dakota State College that was part of Hansen's research on fruit.
N.E. Hansen standing by a fruit tree at South Dakota State College, undated
N.E. Hansen looking at a fruit tree on the campus of South Dakota State College that was part of Hansen's research on fruit.
N.E. Hansen standing by a fruit tree at South Dakota State College, undated
N.E. Hansen looking at a fruit tree on the campus of South Dakota State College that was part of Hansen's research on fruit.
N.E. Hansen standing by a fruit tree at South Dakota State College, undated
N.E. Hansen standing by a fruit tree on the campus of South Dakota State College that was part of Hansen's research on fruit.
N.E. Hansen standing by a fruit tree at South Dakota State College, undated
N.E. Hansen (wearing hat) is with friends in Brookings, South Dakota; writing on the back: S.D. plant wizard and friends Brookings 5-19-39 compliments York Sampson.
N.E. Hansen with friends in Brookings, South Dakota in 1939
N.E Hansen's research notebook regarding field experiments for grasses and grains in 1888 and 1889. The field consisted of 66 plots. He studied 92 varieties in total including: 22 grasses, 9 clovers, 20 wheats, 23 oats, 14 barleys, 1 rye. Hansen was assisted by John M. Aldrich, Alvah George Cross, and J.G. Ross.
Notebooks: Grasses for 1888 and 9: Grains for 1988
Professor N.E. Hansen stand in ornamental grass at the horticulture grounds of South Dakota State College, the classroom building (right) and the Horticulture building (behind Hansen) are visible in the background.
Professor N.E Hansen on the horticulture grounds at South Dakota State College, undated
Portrait of Professor N.E. Hansen
Professor N.E. Hansen, undated
Crowds of people gathered on the campus of South Dakota State College to attend the recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
People gathered between the Horticulture Building and the Administration Building for the recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen on the campus of South Dakota State College.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
Crowds of people gathered for a reception for the recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen n the campus of South Dakota State College.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
Crowds of people gathered for a reception for the recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen n the campus of South Dakota State College.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
Unveiling of the rock and bronze tablet commemorating Dr. N.E. Hansen's work, it was located in between the Administration Building and the Horticulture Building; left to right: unknown man, Frank Cundill, South Dakota State College President Leinbach; Governor Mickelson; Dr. Hansen; Carl Hansen; Harry Dory; and Lucille Dory.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
South Dakota Governor Mickelson congratulates Dr. N.E. Hansen on his long-time term of service at South Dakota State College and his distinguished work as a plant breeder as he addresses a crowd of 250 relatives, friends, and associates during the ceremonies commemorating the achievements of Dr. Hansen in the field of horticulture, this occurred in front of Lincoln Memorial Library.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
People gathered in front of Lincoln Memorial Library listening to speakers during the recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen on the campus of South Dakota State College.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
Monument dedicated to N.E. Hansen in recognition to his service to South Dakota State College, it was located in between the Administration Building and the Horticulture Building; the bronze citation reads: 'South Dakota State College seeks to perpetuate the memory of its long-time fruit and plant breeder: Niels Ebbesen Hansen. Born at Rebe, Denmark, January 4, 1866, came to the United States in 1873. Made Professor of Horticulture of South Dakota State College in 1895; Professor Emeritus in 1937. A world traveler and collector of plants, he developed drought resistant verities of fruits, flowers, and grasses for the Great Plains. His efforts provided the people of the Great Plains the means through which they enjoy a better living. August 25, 1959.' The rock was donated by Jno E. Gueffroy from near Colman, South Dakota. It is approximately 4.5 feet tall, 4.5 feet wide, with a 26 inch base.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
N.E. Hansen responds when the monument erected in his honor was unveiled at South Dakota State College; left to right: State College President Leinbach, Governor Mickelson, Dr. Hansen, Carl Hansen, Lucille Dory.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
People gathered between the Horticulture Building and the Administration Building for the recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen on the campus of South Dakota State College.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
Dr. N.E. Hansen seated at a table visiting with guests at the recognition service his honor on the campus of South Dakota State College.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
Rock and bronze tablet commemorating Dr. N.E. Hansen's work; left to right: South Dakota State College President Leinbach; Lucille Dory, member of the Board of Regents; Governor Mickelson; Dr. Hansen; Frank Cundill, member of the Board of Regents; A. M. Eberle, Dean of Agriculture; and Arlington Eddy, chairman of arrangements.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
Crowds of people gathered for a reception for the recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen n the campus of South Dakota State College.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
People seated in folding chairs and the grass in front of Lincoln Memorial Library on the campus of South Dakota State College to hear Carl Hansen speak during the recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen for his work in horticulture.
Recognition service for Dr. N.E. Hansen at South Dakota State College in 1949
South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station field research notebook of N.E. Hansen. Research on varieties of soybeans, alfalfa, and kochia were conducted in Highmore, SD and Brookings, SD during 1943. Handwritten.
SD Ag Experiment Station: Agronomy Department field records
South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station display featuring examples of new hybrid plums, ornamentals, and crossing and selection work of N.E. Hansen.
South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station display, undated