Walking Tour - Mansion Hill

This tour begins and ends at The History Center! Learn about the area originally known as “Mansion Hill” along Third, Second and First Avenues East. Get a closer look at the very few surviving19th century residences on the“Hill”. Discover how this section of Cedar Rapids was transformed into “Automobile Row” following the routing of the Lincoln Highway as early as1913. See many of the restored “Auto Row” structures and get updates on how the area is changing with the expanding MedQuarter District. Tour Guide: Jenny Thielman Meeting location: The History Center Tickets: $8.00 general public, $6.00 for History Center members Sponsored by: Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust