Boston Edison Walking Tour
June 27 2015 | 10:00am to June 28 2015 | 11:55am
This tour is SOLD OUT! Please call Rebecca at 313.833.1801 for wait list information.
The Boston Edison Historic District consists of over 900 houses, no two of which are alike; each is custom designed and is a unique interpretation of its chosen style. Styles including English Revival (Cottage, Tudor, Renaissance), Roman and Greek Revival, French Provincial, Colonial Revival (Georgian and Dutch), Italian Renaissance, Prairie and Vernacular are found here.
The majority of houses were constructed between 1905 and 1925, and each home reflects the high level of craftsmanship and quality of building materials typical of the time. All homes are at least two full stories, built of brick, stone or stucco and set back at least 30 feet from the front lot line. Many homes feature cut stone details, elaborate door surrounds, slate or tile roofs and leaded glass windows.
This highly popular tour will walk you through the district with a guide knowledgeable about both the history and architecture contained on these streets.
Call Rebecca Hope at 313.833.1801 for more information.
The Detroit Historical Society's New Behind the Scenes and Historic Houses of Worship tours will be available online to members on Monday, March 9, and the public on Monday, March 23. Detroit Historical Society member benefits include priority registration for all tours and programs.
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