August 26, 2014, Tuesday - Uncovering Urban History: Cedar-Riverside Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis

Time: 6:00pm

Cost: $8

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Uncovering Urban History: Cedar-Riverside Walking Tour with Preserve Minneapolis

Many of us know the massive high-rise apartment complex with multi-colored panels in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood by sight. But what’s the real story behind Riverside Plaza? Designed by famed architect Ralph Rapson, the building was originally intended to be part of a much bigger utopian design.

Why there, why then? This tour will discuss the fascinating history about this complex and its significance in the urban landscape. In addition, it will examine the hidden “plaza-within-the-plaza” located in the area.

Following our exploration of Riverside Plaza, we’ll take a walk down Cedar Avenue and get more in-depth in the neighborhood, the buildings, and the businesses that populate this commercial stretch.

This tour walks about 3 blocks; the tour guide is Aubrie Eisenhart.