Ghost Signs Walking Tour

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The Cube, Old Market Square
May 27th, 2023 & May 28th, 2023
Saturday: 11:00am & 1:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am & 1:00pm

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Join tour guide Matt Cohen and walk the Exchange District in search of ghost signs. Discover the area’s fading promotional signage and learn more about the companies that called these warehouses home. This fascinating tour will allow participants to travel back in time and get to know the businesses behind the ads and the impact they played in shaping the landscape of the district.

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Please note the tour is wheelchair accessible but sidewalks may be in poor condition and challenging to navigate.

Guided tours will start at 11:00am and 1:00pm, departing from and finishing at the Cube in Old Market Square. Tours will be approximately 90 minutes in length with a maximum of 40 guests. A LINK TO REGISTER FOR TOURS WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE HERE SATURDAY, MAY 20TH AT NOON.

In regards to the weather forecast: Outdoor events will go on as scheduled if there is light rain. Outdoor events will be cancelled if there are heavy downpours or thunderstorms. Cancellations will NOT be posted.

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