
The History Museum & Research Center is excited to announce a series of guided walking tours showcasing the Lower Northside Residential Historic District.
The Lower Northside Residential Historic District is the original townsite of Great Falls. It is located on the north side of the central business district and features 257 buildings that contribute to the history of our city. Queen Annes, Colonial Revivals, Tudor, and Arts and Crafts are just some of the architectural designs featured in this stately district. The neighborhood harkens back to the early days when Great Falls was bursting with promise and rapidly expanding at the turn of the century.
Join expert tour guides Carol Bradley and Mike McCleary on one of three weekend tours, each offering a unique perspective on the district’s rich history and stately homes. The tours will bring to life the stories and anecdotes behind these iconic residences, providing a fascinating glimpse into Great Falls’ past.
Tour Dates and Times:
Lower Northside Residential Walking Tour with Carol Bradley
Sunday, September 14, 2pm
Lower Northside Residential Walking Tour with Carol Bradley
Sunday, September 21, 2pm
Lower Northside Residential Walking Tour with Mike McCleary
Saturday, September 27, 2pm
Attendees can register for tours by calling 406-452-3462 or by visiting the museum during regular hours Monday-Friday 10am-5pm and Second Saturdays 12pm-5pm. Registration price is $8 for museum members and $10 for non-members. Don’t wait – tour groups are limited to 15 people.
More information on the tours can be found at greatfallshistorymuseum.org/events
About Carol:
Carol Bradley is a former newspaper reporter for the Great Falls Tribune who now writes books about animal welfare — and loves old houses! She developed the walking tour brochure of the Lower North Side as a member of the city-county Historic Preservation Advisory Commission and has been leading tours of the historic neighborhood for many years. She and her husband, Steve L’Heureux, live in a 1918 American Foursquare with their two rescued dogs.
About Mike:
Mike McCleary, a Billings native, has been a resident of the Lower Northside in Great Falls since 1976. He combines his research made through The History Museum’s Research Center with his 40 years of experience appraising homes in Great Falls. He and his wife Jackie live in a 1900 Transitional Queen Anne Colonial Revival.