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Walking Tours of Historic Riverside, Illinois

The Frederick Law Olmsted Society is pleased to offer great opportunities to learn about our historic landmark village of Riverside. Discover the winding roads, delightful parks, beautiful landscapes, varied architecture and much, much more!

The North Tour covers the area north of the railroad tracks and features the Longcommon (key to Olmsteds plan), an architecturally significant school, a place of worship designed by Jenney, and homes by Silsbee, Wright, Perkins, and Purcell & Elmslie.

The South Tour includes Swan Pond Park, Scottswood Common, Wrights Country Estate & service buildings, architecture by Jenney, Drummond, Kenny & Vinci, Wittlesey, and a home designed by Olmsteds partner, Calvert Vaux.

Metra drops you at the start of the tour.

2018 Tour Schedule

May 27, (North side)
June 24, (South side)
July 29, (North side)
August 26, (South side)
September 30, (North side)
October 28, (South side)

Important information

Tours depart Riverside Train Depot, 90 Bloomingbank Road (main train station, east side of platform) at 2:00 p.m.
Tours end at approximately 4:00 p.m.
The cost is $20

Group tours arranged by calling (708) 442-7675. A deposit of $75 is required for Special Group Tours.