May Historic Tours

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During the month of May, guided tours free to the public will be held each Saturday, focusing on the unique characteristics and districts of Missoula. 

May 4, 2013 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon:  Historic Downtown Missoula Walking Tour:  Also includes points of interest related to the Missoula Historic Underground Project. Meet at the fish sculpture east of the Higgins Avenue Bridge.

May 11, 2013 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon: Southside McCormick Historic District: A tour of the historic homes and businesses in the district. Meet in front of Bernice's Bakery at 190 S. 3rd Street, West.

May 18, 2013 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon; Building Stone Use in Historic Buildings Downtown and Adjoining Areas.  Jim Sears and Jim McDonald will lead a tour of the buildings on how stone was used for foundations, decorative elements, interiors and exterior.  A stonemason will be available to answer questions and give more insight.  Meet in front of the Wilma Building at the Higgins Avenue Bridge.

May 25, 2013 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon: University of Montana and University Neighborhood.  A tour of the UM campus and neighborhood, which have many major styles of architecture from the late 1800s to the present.  Meet at the Oval in front of Main Hall.