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Architecture History Walk
This tour is offered as a part of the Oberlin College Commencement Activities and is open to the public.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll on this 75-minute tour which explores Oberlin’s architecture with a focus on such individuals as Walter Blythe, Cass Gilbert, Denise Scott Brown, and Minoru Yamasaki. This walk provides an opportunity to view an array of historic buildings that feature various styles including Gothic Modernist, Neo-Classical Revival, Romanesque, Late Victorian, and Queen Anne Revival.

Tour meets at the flagpoles in the SE corner of Tappan Square; corners of Main St. (Rt. 58) and College St.

Advance registration is required.

Admission: $10/adults; College Students: $5; OHC members, children (under 18) accompanied by adult, Blue Star Museums and Museums for All participants: free.

Date: 5/26/2024
Time: 10:00 am - 11:15 am
Category: History Walk
Adult Price: $10.00
Member Price: $0.00
College Student Price: $5.00
College Student Member Price: $0.00
Child Price: $0.00
Child Member Price: $0.00
Note About Pricing: OHC is part of the Museums for All program. Admission is $0 for eligible participants (limited to 4 participants per SNAP, EBT, or WIC card). Online registration for Museums for All admissions is not available at this time. For advance registration, please call 440-774-1700 or email tourinfo@oberlinheritage.org.

Capacity: 20
Openings: 20