Walking Tour through Summit Avenue's historic Hill District featuring selected readings from some of the city's finest writers.

St. Paul is one of the most literate cities in the nation and has been home to world class writers like F. Scott Fitzgerald, Sinclair Lewis, August Wilson, Vince Flynn, Wm. Kent Krueger, Kao Kalia Yang and a rich collective of poets, publishers, bookstores and educators who have created a vibrant community of dedicated readers.

On this tour you'll learn how the city influenced and shaped various writers and how they in turn, captured the city in stories that have been told around the world. Listen to selections from of some of their finest works on this lovely walk through the historic Hill District. With special focus on Fitzgerald’s past homes and haunts.

Starts and finishes at Nathan Hale Park at 401 Summit Ave, St. Paul, MN 55102

An absolute must for Book Club fans and literature lovers!

How Long: 90 Minutes

Length: 1.3 Mile 

Meeting Location: Nathan Hale Park at 401 Summit Ave, St. Paul, MN 55102

What: Guided Literary Tour of Summit Avenue with  selected readings from some of St. Paul’s Finest Writers

General Admission: $22

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Confirmation will be received at time of booking.

Cancellation: You may cancel for full refund up to 24 Hours in advance of the tour. You can cancel by following instructions posted on Eventbrite. A processing fee may apply. If you are unable to join us on the actual day of the tour, you may re-schedule the tour for another available date by phoning in advance of the tour.

All sales are final after the tour begins.

Minimum numbers for each tour apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough people taking the tour. In the event of this happening you may elect to reschedule the date or receive a full refund.

Liability Waiver: By signing up for this tour you must agree to read and sign the online waiver located at link below:

Please click here to sign online liability waiver at the time of booking.

Not recommended for heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Moderate walking is involved.

NOTE: Ticket sales typically close online one hour before the tour begins. However, you can purchase the tickets in person on site the day of the event. 

Call or text 651-243-1707 the day-of to confirm ticket availability.

***We are monitoring the impact of the COVID-19 variant and adjusting our tour events as needed. Masks are not required outdoors at this event but are required indoors.

Please sign the liability waiver here in advance of the tour.

If you have purchased more than one ticket please take the time to send it on to the other participants on your tour so they are able to sign in advance of the date. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated and will save time on the day of the big tour!

A classically trained actress, Michelle Myers has been a professional guide for over 15 years and has both written and presented over a dozen different tours during that time. Her work can be both seen and heard on radio, TV, film and theatre and on various audiobooks. Her recording of Jeffrey Hatcher's THREE VIEWINGS received a Gold Citation Audio Theatre Award and is available with her other recordings on Audible.