Historic Lowertown Walking Tour

About This Event

Uncover the stories of the neighborhood that powered St. Paul’s rise from humble outpost to thriving metropolis. Learn about the many ups and downs of this historic neighborhood, from its early days as a transportation hub to its current life as a thriving urban village. See the best of old and new and hear about the diverse people who have built and revitalized the capital city over generations.

Themes include:

• Early St. Paul history
• Industry & transportation
• The riverfront & railroads
• Redevelopment & revitalization of Lowertown from the 1970s to present

This tour, departing from Culture Park, is approximately 2 hours long and includes moderate-paced walking over 1.5 miles of city streets.