Neighborhood Tours will feature an exploration of the people, structures and culture that make up the places we call neighborhoods. Each guided tour of a designated area will provide a vivid and detailed chronicle of the history, the architecture, the populace and a taste of that community. It will include tours of private homes, churches, businesses and reuse developments.

The Hill
Discover this area’s architecture, hospitality and old-world flavor. Originally considered far removed from the city with few public amenities and no public transportation, the neighborhood known as the Hill had to provide for itself, catering to the needs and customs of its Italian immigrant population. Now a charming enclave of Italian restaurants, bakeries and specialty shops, The Hill retains a close-knit, family neighborhood atmosphere. The St. Ambrose Catholic Church and Italian social clubs such as the Bocce Club still serve a central role in the daily life of the community.