Houses, History, and Hope Walking Tour - A benefit for Alliance Housing

Houses, History, and Hope Walking Tour - A benefit for Alliance Housing

Explore historic houses, learn their stories, and support Alliance Housing's mission - join us for a walking tour full of hope!

By Alliance Housing Incorporated

Date and time

Sunday, June 9 · 1 - 3pm CDT

Location

Lake of the Isles Dog Park

2845 West Lake of the Isles Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55405

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About this event

  • 2 hours

Join us Sunday, June 9th from 1pm-3pm for a walk around Lake of the Isles to learn about the history of Minneapolis and its parks. All proceeds go to supporting nonprofit affordable housing provider, Alliance Housing.


Ben Olk, former history teacher, Board Chair Emeritus of Alliance, and, according to his children, certified “History Geek” will lead the tour and conversation. Ben will will share stories about the stately homes around the lake including the people who designed, built, and originally lived in them. In addition to the impressive homes, he'll also discuss how Minneapolis and its citizens have responded to the need for affordable and accessible housing, including the history of Alliance Housing.

The walk is limited to 40 individuals, if tickets sell out, you will be able to join a waitlist and we will reach out if a spot becomes available. In the event of inclement weather the walk will be rescheduled to the following Sunday, June 16th.

Wear comfortable shoes and bring water for this approximately 3-mile walk. Meet at the SW end of the bridge across from the NE end of the Lake of the Isles Dog Park.

Please contact eschmidt@alliancehousinginc.org with any questions.

Not able to attend but want to support Alliance Housing? Under "Get tickets" select Donation underneath the ticket option.

Alliance Housing has been creating housing solutions for low-income individuals and those on the margins for more than 25 years. Alliance makes it possible for individuals and families to create homes for themselves, regardless of income and background by developing and managing housing that is inclusive, affordable, and relationship-based. Learn more about Alliance on our website: www.alliancehousinginc.org.

Organized by

The mission of Alliance Housing Inc. is to change lives and build stronger communities by providing housing stability for very low income individuals and families in Minneapolis and the wider Twin Cities metropolitan area.  Alliance Housing was born out of the vision of St. Stephens’ Catholic Church volunteers and emergency shelter staff and residents who wanted to create tangible, long term housing solutions for homeless families and individuals.  The nonprofit (not religious affiliated) organization was incorporated in 1991 and took advantage of vacant and available properties at low cost in South Minneapolis.  Alliance continues to honor its history by developing housing solutions for homeless, poor and other individuals shut out of market opportunities.

$50