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VILAS: Lake Wingra: Homes, History & Mounds

Historic Architecture Walking Tour

*NEW TOUR*

Experience how the historically unique Vilas Neighborhood has it all, from Indian Mounds and the popular Vilas Park to architecture ranging from Prairie and Queen Anne, to Tudor and Georgian Revival. Rising up a hill from wetlands and Lake Wingra, the Vilas Neighborhood (originally called Wingra Park) developed as one of Madison’s first residential suburbs as the city expanded. Learn what was destroyed and what was preserved as new homes went up. Over 130 years later, the neighborhood retains its unique aspects and continues to bustle with liveliness.

After the Tour: Drop in at Bloom Bake Shop for a complimentary treat or pastry, 1851 Monroe St.

Buy September 1 Tickets

Cost: $10 Adult, $5 Student, FREE for MTHP Members.

Ticket sales close 24 hours before the tour start time. We are no longer accepting cash/check at the tour.