Old Market Place Historic Architecture Walking Tour
- Presented By: Madison Trust for Historic Preservation
- Dates: 6/13/2026, 7/9/2026, 8/6/2026, 9/5/2026
- Phone: (608) 441-8864
- Time: Thursday Tours at 6:00 pm, Saturday Tours at 10 am
- Price: $5 - $15
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OVERVIEW
OLD MARKET PLACE: Divergence by the Lakeshore
A tour of this Near East Side neighborhood, nestled between East Washington Avenue and the shores of Lake Mendota, highlights the area’s remarkable transformation. Discover how a historic factory, a former water utility building, and a neighborhood school have been thoughtfully repurposed into modern apartments. Along the way, learn about Madison’s earliest Black neighborhood and take in the architecturally distinctive homes along the lakeshore.
Meet: The meeting location for this tour will be provided in your confirmation email.
Length: Approximately 1.5 hours and walking about 1 mile.
Adults: $15
Students: $5
Madison Trust Members: $5
Tickets must be purchased online in advance
Ticket sales close 24 hours prior to each tour -
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