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Event Series Event Series: *Seattle Architecture Foundation: Federal Ave. Walking Tour

*Seattle Architecture Foundation: Federal Ave. Walking Tour

June 17, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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. Cote’ and Andrew Willatsen.

The tour concludes with a brief presentation of Saint Mark’s Cathedral.

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 9:00pm 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.

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Details

Date:
June 17, 2023
Time:
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Series:
*Seattle Architecture Foundation: Federal Ave. Walking Tour

Venue

Front Lawn/Labyrinth
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