The Olmsted Brothers’ visionary park plan led Seattle’s prominent leaders and their renowned architects to design homes nestled against blossoming Volunteer Park on Seattle’s Capitol Hill. The homes reflect the changing tastes, lifestyles, and times just before and after World War I. Stroll Federal Avenue and learn about these stately monuments to early 20th Century prosperity. On this tour you’ll see a variety of classic architectural styles from notable architects of the day, including Carl F. Gould, Bebb & Mendel, & Joseph S. Coté and Andrew Willatsen.
The tour usually concludes with a brief presentation of Saint Mark’s Cathedral, when possible.
Tours are approximately two hours in length, unless otherwise noted. Advance registration is strongly encouraged; walk-ups are limited to space available. Private tours are also available: email info@seattlearchitecture.org for more information. Tours are $25 in advance/$20 for members/$22 for students and seniors over 65/Free for children under 5. Ticket sales close at 9 p.m. the evening before the tour. Walk up guests will be charged $30 via credit card payment at the start of the tour. Online registration is handled through Bold Type Tickets. For more information see our Tours FAQ page.
This tour begins and ends at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral. Meet on the front patio.
In spring/fall 2024, this tour will usually be offered on the first Saturday of the month, except as *noted below:
- *April 20, 2024
- May 4, 2024
- June 1, 2024
- *July 20, 2024
- August 3, 2024
- September 7, 2024
- *October 12, 2024