Lake Merritt Old and New: A Walking Tour

We will start across the street from a beautiful seven-story building that was built in 1929. We will work our way up the hill to Haddon Lane, with its huge mansions. Then we will walk down to Athol Ave to see a few commercial buildings among the residential. As we descend Hanover and Lester Ave, view an incredible variety of homes from the late 1890s to new 2020 buildings. It will take two and a half hours to meet up, enjoy views, and walk up and down.

Meeting Location: Lakeshore Avenue by Lake Merritt, across from the 2122 Lakeshore Apartments

Tour Guide: Leslie Gould

NOTES:

• PLEASE MEET 15 MINUTES BEFORE listed time to allow for registration.
• We kindly request you register in advance. In-person registration will be first-come-first-served on a space available basis. We cannot guarantee a spot will be available.
• We offer fee waivers for limited income residents— just ask!
• Comfortable walking shoes, sun hats and sunscreen are recommended. Bring water.
• Vouchers, limited-income accommodation, and any other special circumstances should be handled in advance. Please email [email protected] for assistance
• Check your email the morning of the walking tour for any last-minute changes, clarifications, or cancellation.
• If you need assistance navigating Eventbrite, please reach out to us at [email protected] or call our office at (510) 763-9218 and we’d be happy to help.
• Due to the ongoing presence of Covid, we will continue to make masks available. If you feel ill the day of a tour, please stay home. If after a tour, you become ill and test positive, please let us know as soon as possible. Thank you.
• Please check out the profiles of tour leaders. We are grateful for their skill and generosity.
• These tours support Oakland Heritage Alliance, a non-profit that tells Oakland’s story through walking tours, lectures, newsletters and advocacy. We welcome volunteers and new members!

Accessibility Note: Paths and sidewalks are accessible for mobility devices. The route has moderate hills.

About Oakland Heritage Alliance

Oakland Heritage Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit membership organization which advocates the protection, preservation, and revitalization of Oakland's architectural, historic, cultural and natural resources through publications, education, and direct action.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

2122 Lakeshore Ave, 2122 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, United States