Architecture and History Walking Tour of Mt. Airy
| Dates: | October 13, 2024 |
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| Meets: | Su from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM |
| Location: | Meet at United Lutheran Seminary, 7301 Germantown Ave. |
| Cost: | $34.00 |
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Take a walk of almost two miles, stepping back in history to discover the historic and architectural treasures along several of the oldest streets in Mt. Airy. The tour begins in front of the United Lutheran Seminary on Germantown Avenue. We will discuss Mt. Airy's many "pasts": Native American, Revolutionary War, railroad history, and the development of Mt. Airy as a streetcar suburb, as well as the contributions of George Woodward and others in the 20th century. The tour ends in Fairmount Park near the ruins of the Buttercup Cottage at Cresheim Road. Wear walking shoes and bring water. Not recommended for young children. Park close to the Richard Allen Lane train station. This is a different tour than TW01. We will be outdoors exploring the neighborhood.
Notes:
NO WALK-INS. Meet directly in front of the United Lutheran Seminary, on Germantown Ave., across from Wawa. The walk can be challenging. Walking surfaces are sometimes uneven, there are stairs to descend and we'll be using park trails as well.
David's beautiful Maps of Mt. Airy is available for purchase, call MALT at 215-843-6333 for more info.
| Fee: | $34.00 |
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| Hours: | 2.50 |
Fee Breakdown
| Category | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Course Fee (Basic) | Course Fee | $ 34.00 |
| Optional Fee | Donation (optional) | $ 0.00 |
Meet at United Lutheran Seminary, 7301 Germantown Ave.
At Allens Lane, across from Wawa.David Schaaf
is a retired local architect and former director of the Urban Design Division of the City Planning Commission. Mr. Schaaf was a member of the City's Historical Commission for more than a dozen years. He has lived in Mt. Airy for nearly 40 years and has led this very popular MALT tour since 1992.
215-843-6333