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SUMMARY:Springfield’s Lost Riverfront (A Walking Tour)
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the historic Springfield riverfront\, including histories of the bridges\, steamboat access\, buildings\, and even the sewage system. \nDerek Strahan will be leading the Second Saturday Tours series on June 14th at 10:30am. It will start at Riverfront Park\, at the parking lot directly across from the end of State Street. The Springfield Preservation Trust walking tours this season are sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. \nThis walking tour departs from the Riverfront Park at 10:30am and ends at 12pm. The tour is $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust\, Springfield Museums\, and $10 for non-members\, payable in advance on Eventbrite or at the tour’s outset. \nThe Second Saturday Tours series explores historic Springfield and is co-presented by the Springfield Preservation Trust and Springfield Museums and is generously sponsored by the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. \nAbout the Tour Guide \nDerek Strahan is a former board member and former chair of the Educational Programming committee at the Springfield Preservation Trust\, which is focused on protecting\, preserving\, and promoting historic properties in Springfield. He was on the board from 2017-2024 and served as president of the nonprofit from 2019 to 2023. He leads historic walking tours of Springfield\, presents lectures about Springfield’s history\, and has also been a costumed interpreter at several of the organization’s annual “Voices of the Grave” cemetery tours. Aside from his work with the Trust\, Strahan also runs the local history website LostNewEngland.com\, and he is the author of “Lost Springfield\, Massachusetts” and “New England Then and Now\,” and is the host of the Western Mass History podcast. Derek has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a Bachelor of Science degree in Regional Planning from Westfield State University\, and currently serves as a land use and environmental planner at the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. He and his wife Melissa are proud owners of a circa 1760 farmhouse\, where they are raising their two young sons. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/springfield-lost-riverfront-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Riverfront Park\, Springfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Walking Tour
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SUMMARY:The Grand Homes of McKnight Historic District: A Historic Homes Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore restored Victorian gems on this self-guided tour through the storied residences of Springfield’s McKnight neighborhood. \nJoin us as the Springfield Preservation Trust proudly presents its beloved Annual Historic Homes Tour\, returning in 2025 with a spectacular focus on the grand\, storied residences of the McKnight Historic District—a neighborhood that quite literally gave Springfield its nickname: The City of Homes. \nFrom 1870 to 1910\, the McKnight neighborhood blossomed into Springfield’s first true suburban development\, and today remains New England’s largest collection of wood-frame Victorian homes. Recognized on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Local Historic District\, McKnight stands as a living testament to an era of craftsmanship\, charm\, and architectural ambition. \nPurchase tickets on Eventbrite. \nPresented by the Springfield Preservation Trust\, this rare opportunity grants interior access to a curated selection of homes that have long captivated passersby. If you’ve ever admired these elegant facades from the sidewalk\, now is your moment to cross the threshold and experience the intricate woodwork\, vintage details\, and timeless charm that lies within. Don’t miss this immersive journey into Springfield’s architectural past—where every doorway tells a story. \nThis year’s self-guided tour offers rare interior access to some of the most stunning and meticulously restored homes in the district. These aren’t just beautiful facades you’ve admired from afar—now\, you’re invited to step inside and discover the hand-carved woodwork\, vibrant period details\, and the rich character that makes each home a masterpiece. \nMany of these homes underwent passionate restorations during the Victorian revival of the 1970s\, with homeowners honoring the original architecture and decorating interiors to reflect the elegance and spirit of the late 19th century. On this tour\, you’ll witness the very best of those efforts—a celebration of authenticity\, artistry\, and reverence for the past. \n🎟️ Tickets are $30 for non-members and $20 for members and include a detailed tour map with historical notes for each home. All homes are located within a three-block radius\, making the experience an easy\, scenic walk through tree-lined streets and timeless beauty. Tickets can be picked up at Thompson Triangle (the park in the triangle between St. James Avenue\, Worthington Street\, and Clarendon Street.) Ticketing opens at 12:45pm. Doors open at 1:00pm. Remember to check in with your tickets by 2:00pm at Thompson Triangle or buy tickets in person by 2pm on June 22. Street parking at Ingersoll Grove or Florida Street. \n✨ Whether you’re a preservation enthusiast\, an admirer of fine architecture\, or simply curious to peek behind the doors of Springfield’s most iconic homes\, this is your chance to wander\, wonder\, and be transported. \nAbout the Springfield Preservation Trust \nFounded in 1972\, the Springfield Preservation Trust strives to preserve and protect properties in Springfield that have architectural or historic significance. As the only non-profit\, non-government advocacy group for historic preservation in Springfield\, the Trust will continue to be the voice of preservation into the future. Learn more at springfieldpreservation.org.
URL:https://springfieldpreservation.org/eventandtour/mcknight-historic-homes-tour/
LOCATION:Thompson Triangle\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:House Tours & Parties
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