Highlighting the Victorian home tour in the oldest historic district in Springfield, Mo.
SPRINGFIELD, MO. – Midtown, the heart of Springfield, celebrated its 30th annual Victorian Home Tour back in December. Friday evening showcased five beautifully lit homes, all decked out for the holidays. Saturday afternoon highlighted the same homes with a daylight view. Marie Wood, Treasurer of the Midtown Neighborhood Association, shared several interesting facts about the popular Victorian home tour.
Midtown is the oldest historic district in Springfield. The homes range from having been built in 1885 – 1920. The Neighborhood Association aims to provide the home tour annually. There are five homes showcased on each tour, generally on the first Friday evening of December and the following Saturday. Each home typically welcomes 550 – 650 guests…