Irvine Park Homes & History

Join the energetic and insightful Denise Dunnell Wells on a fascinating outdoor walking tour of Saint Paul’s famous Irvine Park area. The tour will feature some of Irvine Park’s most intriguing homes and history. Denise will give you an overview of the area’s history, discuss some of its infamous personalities, and even present some odd historical tidbits. Please note: We will not be going into the homes.

Tour Cost

$5.00 RCHS Members / $8.00 General Public

The tour is currently full. To get on the waiting list, please contact Robyn by sending an email to robyn@rchs.com or call 651-222-0701.

Tour is outside only – please wear walking shoes and dress for the weather. Tour is rain or shine.
Tour will last approximately one hour.

Parking & Meet-Up: You may park in the lot off of Sherman Avenue, between Fort Road and S. Exchange Street. We will meet on the South side of that lot.

Denise Dunnell Wells is a former Alexander Ramsey House docent and has led many popular tours of Irvine Park. She has been a history volunteer for over 20 years and currently serves as an RCHS Ambassador.

Photo: Dr. Justus Ohage House (1889) and John McDonald House (1871), Irvine Park neighborhood, St Paul, Minnesota, USA. Wikimedia Commons.

History Revealed
Join the Ramsey County Historical Society for a new series featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide range of topics drawn from the heritage and traditions of Ramsey County. Everyone is invited, bring your friends and family!

For dates and details of upcoming programs, see our History Revealed program page: www.rchs.com/news/history-revealed/