Neighborhood Walking Tour of Mission Hills Celebrates Early 20th Century Architecture
Lead by Experts in Historic Home Preservation, Guided Walking Tour Showcases the Captivating Architecture and History of One of San Diego’s Oldest Neighborhoods.
SAN DIEGO, April 16, 2011 – Locals interested in a rare opportunity to take a walk back in time can join a guided tour through one of the oldest neighborhoods in San Diego. Lead by guides knowledgeable in historic architecture, participants will get a unique education of the historic Mission Hills district, and the homes and culture that defined early 20th century San Diego.
On April 16th tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis at the start location for the walk. From there, participants will take a journey through one of the most architecturally diverse neighborhoods in San Diego. Famous regional architectural styles featured in the Mission Hills walk include bungalow, craftsman, prairie school, mission & Spanish revival, built by some of San Diego’s leading architects and builders including Emmor Brooke Weaver, William Hebbard, Del Harris and David Owen Dryden.
One of the stops along the tour will include Ascent Real Estate, located at 902 Fort Stockton Drive. Ascent will act as the Mills Act information hub, where visitors can view maps of current and proposed historic districts and speak with one of Ascent’s Mills Act specialists. The Mills Act is an economic incentive program in California for the restoration and preservation of qualified historic buildings by private property owners. Information on qualifying for the Mills Act and the potential tax savings will also be available.
“What’s special about this walk is it offers a chance to learn about the magnificent early 20th century architecture in San Diego and consult with knowledgeable agents who are readily available to answer questions,” said Celeste Dunn, National Preservation Trust Accredited Realtor at Ascent Real Estate.
While viewing landmark residences along the walk, guides will paint a picture of the time period and the inhabitants who lived in the Mission Hills neighborhoods, many who were notable San Diego artists, inventors and civic leaders.
The home tour will also discuss the impetus for the first residents driven historic district in San Diego County, a process that began in 2002 with the loss of important and unique craftsman homes.
Walk Details:
Tickets for the walk will be available on April 16th at the starting location at 10:00 a.m. (Address: 1705 West Lewis Street, Mission Hills, 92103 outside L.B. Powers & Son Plumbing Shop)
Tickets are $15 per person (children under 12 are free). Tours are first come first serve and limited to 25 people. Tours will run at the following times: 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. Light snacks and beverages are included as well.
Those interested in joining this unique adventure into historic San Diego can call 619.297.9710. Historic District Tour Flier
