Image Credit: Riley Doty
Architectural ceramics offer certain effects not duplicated by other materials. From 1908 to 1928 the facades of many prominent buildings were partially or entirely clad with terra cotta. Beaux Arts-influenced architecture employed this medium mainly to imitate carved stone. We will see a wide range of interesting glaze effects and architectural compositions. After surviving a long period of neglect and mistreatment, several of these buildings serve as case studies showing various causes of damage and methods of restoration. Parking meter enforcement begins at noon, so we must stay on schedule. Easy; a level walk on city sidewalks. —Riley Doty
Meeting Location: Howden Building, 337 17th Street, corner of Webster.
Tour Guide: Riley Doty
Accessibility Note: Easy; a level walk on city sidewalks.
NOTES:
PLEASE MEET 15 MINUTES BEFORE listed time to allow for registration.
We kindly request you register in advance. In-person registration will be first-come-first-served on a space available basis. We cannot guarantee a spot will be available.
We offer fee waivers for limited income residents— just ask!
Comfortable walking shoes, sun hats and sunscreen are recommended. Bring water.
Vouchers, limited-income accommodation, and any other special circumstances should be handled in advance. Please email info@oaklandheritage.org for assistance
Check your email the morning of the walking tour for any last-minute changes, clarifications, or cancellation.
If you need assistance navigating Humanitix, please reach out to us at info@oaklandheritage.org or call our office at (510) 763-9218 and we’d be happy to help.
Due to the ongoing presence of Covid, please continue to be vigilant to keep our community safe. If you feel ill the day of a tour, please stay home. If after a tour, you become ill and test positive, please let us know as soon as possible. Thank you.
These tours support Oakland Heritage Alliance, a non-profit that tells Oakland’s story through walking tours, lectures, newsletters and advocacy. We welcome volunteers and new members!