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This tour introduces children in first through third grades to architecture and the art of observation by challenging them to discover the historic detailing prevalent in Reno's downtown architecture. The goal is to create a new generation of informed citizens of the man-made environment and in turn, fans of historic Reno. This tour is limited to 20 children and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
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The Lake Addition Walk is, of all the HRPS walks, the poster child for adaptive reuse. Nearly all of the historic properties in the district are now businesses, or used for purposes other than their original intent. It may also be the most the most transitional area, as more businesses occupy the area, desiring more modern and commercial styles of architecture. Those taking this tour today may find it very changed in a few short years.
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A Tour of Writing from the “Underbelly.” There's more to Reno's literary history than “City of Trembling Leaves!” Reno continues to be a mythical magnet for ‘outsider’ writers and characters & the misfits, outcasts, and seekers. Let your imagination roam as we travel Downtown streets encountered by traditional writers like Will James, Robert Laxalt, and Joanne Delongchamps, then walk the haunts of contemporary writers such as Bernie Schopen, Willy Vlautin, and Susan Palwick.
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A historic walk that looks at some of the most notable homes in Reno. Court, Ridge, and upper California streets were home to 3 senators and the merchants that made early Reno "The Biggest Little City."
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Stroll along Monroe and Joaquin Miller Streets, savoring the history and architecture of this lovely residential area south of the Newlands Neighborhood. You will see the Hart House, the Patrick Ranch House, Greystone Castle, and other homes.
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An architectural walk through one of Reno's oldest and most prestigious neighborhoods.
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Parsons and Mills Architecture |
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Stroll one of Reno's most unique neighborhoods to view some designs of Reno architects Edward Parsons and Russell Mills.
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Powning Addition and Little Italy |
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Discover one of Reno's earliest and most delightful vernacular neighborhoods, predominantly settled by Northern Italian immigrants.
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