Historical Tours and Presentations

Based on his new book, Duluth’s Grand Old Architecture 1870-1940, Tony Dierckins will highlight the architecture, architects, and some of the preservation efforts surrounding these historic places.  Gain an appreciation for the Romanesque masterpiece “Old Central” High School; Daniel Burnham’s St. Louis County Courthouse, the centerpiece of Duluth’s Neoclassical Civic Center; plus […]

Join the DPA for an exclusive free tour of these luxury lofts in Cloquet. Both buildings have been carefully re-purposed, saving them from demolition. The third property is only a presentation at this time. Tour 1: Union Lofts 10 am 1403 Avenue C, Cloquet, MN 55720 Ten lofts and three commercial […]

Scottish Tea, Tour and Music! As one of Duluth’s endangered properties, the First Presbyterian Church needs your help.  Please join the Duluth Preservation Alliance in collaboration with church members for a fundraiser to help raise money and awareness for its protection.  Come and learn more about its history and its […]

Please join us for a walking tour of historic Morgan Park.  Bob Berg, Morgan Park native, current resident, teacher, storyteller and historic architecture lover, will lead a tour sponsored by the Duluth Preservation Alliance.  Join him on Sunday, August 28th, weather permitting.  Meet at 1 p.m. at the neighborhood mall, […]

For those who missed it the first time, you have another chance to attend The Making of Duluth Neighborhood Identities, a webinar co-sponsored by Rethos: Places Reimagined and the Duluth Preservation Alliance.  The first presentation was rated excellent by 87% of the survey respondents.  Here’s feedback from one, “It will […]