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Oct 30

Touring the Lost City (tour 1)

In the 1920s, developers planned a "Venice of the North." Tour the site of the failed development with a naturalist.

By UW–Madison Arboretum

When and where

Date and time

Sun, October 30, 2022, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CDT

Location

University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum 1207 Seminole Highway Madison, WI 53711

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In the 1920s, developers planned a “Venice of the North,” to be called Lake Forest. That land is now part of the Arboretum. Hike to the site of the failed subdivision, discovering construction remnants along the way. Portions of the hike require stepping over obstacles.

Free. Space is limited, advance registration is required, opens October 1 and closes October 26 or when full. Limit of 4 tickets per order.

Meet in front of the Visitor Center. The tour will be divided into smaller groups.

See also November 6 tour.

If the event is sold out, check back. Registration reopens when people cancel.

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  • United States Events
  • Wisconsin Events
  • Things to do in Madison, WI
  • Madison Tours
  • Madison Travel & Outdoor Tours
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