Set on a bluff, overlooking the northern point of Milwaukee’s harbor, this neighborhood boasts an incredible collection of mansions from the early twentieth century. The tree-lined blocks feature a variety of styles including German Renaissance Revival, English Tudor Revival, Mediterranean Revival and others popular from 1890-1940. The houses were designed by some of the most notable Milwaukee architects including Eschweiler, Clas, Niedecken and even Wisconsin’s own Frank Lloyd Wright. Beyond the architectural details, the neighborhood’s past residents include many prominent Milwaukeeans who made money in wheat, railroads, straw hats, fur coats, ice cream and more.
The tour also includes non-residential neighborhood landmarks like a historic hospital complex, water tower and lighthouse, as well as a Frederick Law Olmsted designed park.
This walking tour is 1.4 miles in length.
We recommend bringing (weather permitting): good walking shoes, water, sunscreen, and/or umbrella.
Meet your guide at the fountain across from the North Point Water Tower.
Meet your guide at the fountain across from the North Point Water Tower.
This tour features the North Point neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI. This neighborhood features a variety of eclectic or period homes built by notable Milwaukeeans. This tour is an outdoor tour on public sidewalks. It does NOT include entry into these homes
Frank Lloyd Wright House located in the North Point neighborhood
The North Point Lighthouse is located within Milwaukee's Lake Park. This park was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead. Olmsted was famous for Central Park and Prospect Park in NYC and Lincoln Park in Chicago
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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