Local Architecture Identification Tour
Take a self-guided walking tour of a local neighborhood or downtown area. Identify different architectural styles (Victorian, Craftsman, Modern) and research the historical context of their construction.
- Takes
- 1 hr 30 min
- Your setup
- 15 min prep
- Ages
- Ages 10 and up
- Mess
- No mess
- Cost
- Free
- Where
- Outdoors
How to do it
- 1Select a neighborhood known for diverse or historical architecture.
- 2Before leaving, briefly study the characteristics of 3-4 common local architectural styles.
- 3Walk the route, having participants identify and name the styles they see.
- 4Take photos of distinctive features. Use the smartphone to research the building dates and original owners.
- 5Discuss how historical events (like economic booms or fires) influenced the local building landscape.
What they're practising
- Historical Context
- Visual Analysis
- Civic Awareness
- Architectural Literacy