Sunday, September 28

Discover the groundbreaking spirit of Crestwood, a hidden gem on the west side of Madison. Join us on September 28 for a specialty tour of this unique cooperative neighborhood. Crestwood was developed in the late 1930s by the Wisconsin Cooperative Housing Association as one of the nation's earliest experiments in affordable, community-focused design.

Explore the charming cul-de-sacs, thoughtfully preserved green spaces, and architectural innovations, ranging from modest modern homes to rare prefabs like the Lustron steel house and Marshall Erdman’s U-Form-it. Learn how a bold group of state workers, faculty, and veterans came together to build a better way of living rooted in collaboration, sustainability, and forward-thinking planning.

This is more than a tour, it's a walk through one of Madison’s most inspiring living histories. Don’t miss it!

Tickets open Aug. 1