Biennial House Walk

Exploring the diverse architecture of Western Springs.

After a four-year hiatus, the WSHS House Walk returns on Sunday, May 19, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

The fundraiser brings together residents, designers, florists, and other industry professionals for a day of home décor, design, and architectural inspiration. Unique to this year’s event, all seven participating homes will be in the Old Town neighborhood, which will allow guests to walk from home to home, in the true house walk spirit. For those participants who so desire, we will have two complimentary “hop on/hop off” trolleys available for their convenience. The trolleys will depart from the Water Tower and First Congregational Church and make a loop through Old Town with stops near each of the tour’s homes. These trolleys have been graciously donated by @properties and Proper Rate.

Celebrating Western Springs’ rich history, the 2024 House Walk will feature an exceptional collection of homes from historic to contemporary, in a variety of sizes. Guests will have a chance to gather design and architectural inspiration via a program book and docent commentary. Attending the event is a great way to give back to the community while enjoying a day of design inspiration and fun.

Tickets are $35 in advance and $45 if purchased the day of the event. Tickets will be available for purchase online March 1. Paper tickets will be available for purchase at Clever Girl, Thomas Ford Library and the Tower Museum (Saturdays, 10am-noon) beginning April 1.

The WSHS wishes to thank all those who have helped make this event possible, especially the local businesses that have stepped up as sponsors. We could not host an event like this without their support, and hope that our guests will recognize their commitment by patronizing these businesses.

The proceeds from the House Walk help support the Tower Museum, WSHS Archives, Ekdahl House Museum and programs such as the District 101 second grade historical walking tour. The WSHS does not receive any funding from the village, making fundraisers like the House Walk vital to helping the Society keep Western Springs’ history alive and recorded for current and future generations.

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