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After the aesthetically austere post-war housing boom of the late 1940s, builders turned to experienced architects to design modern prefabricated housing with character and style. Belmont Meadows, developed in 1954, was the fashionable mid-century neighborhood for Springfield’s trendy middle class. Join us as we take a look back at the domestic architecture and culture of 1950s America. Meet outside 2043 Memorial Drive.Guided by Kevin Rose / Mobility 1
$15 General / $12 Members
About the Summer Tour Series:
Kevin Rose, historian at the Turner Foundation, created the Summer Tour Series in 2004 to build awareness of Springfield’s built environment. Then called the Summer Walking Tour Series, it featured eight guided walks of popular neighborhoods and districts in Springfield, Ohio. The series has more than doubled in size over the past 20 years, now encompassing 14-20 guided tours in and around the Greater Springfield Region. A dynamic committee of community volunteers oversees the creation and management of the series.
Accessibility
Tours and programs offered by the Westcott House and Westcott Center for Architecture + Design are developed for a broad audience, including those with disabilities or decreased mobility. Tours move at a leisurely pace with brief periods of standing at tour stops. If entering a building or house, some stairs or inclines may be possible. All outdoors tours are assigned mobility levels between 1-3. If you have questions about a specific tour, please call the Westcott House to inquire with a member of our staff. Virtual tours are available with closed captioning.
Mobility Level 1: Up to 6 blocks walking, mostly flat terrain, paved, stairs not likely. Wheelchair accessible.
Mobility Level 2: May be more than 6 blocks walking, some hills, mostly paved, some stairs possible. Please call or email about wheelchair accessibility.
Mobility Level 3: Considerable walking, various terrains, unpaved areas. All bicycle tours. Please call or email about wheelchair accessibility.
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2043 Memorial Dr, Springfield, OH 45505-4643, United States
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