Annual Alton Historic House Tour
Main Street UMC is honored to be included in the 54th annual tour of the Alton Area Landmarks Association (AALA). Some see the church's extraordinary vaulted sanctuary and mid-century custom stained glass windows.
Join the tour Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 12:00 – 5:00.
In the fellowship hall
- the church will be offering refreshments and lunch for a donation
- stop by tables to learn about programs at Miain Street UMC
- purchase peanut brittle and apple butter from Team Honduras
Alton, Illinois, is a Mississippi River city steeped in history and rich in architecture. This year, we are pleased to offer multiple stops on the tour, and we encourage you to enjoy the rest of the city along the way. Learn more at Great Rivers and Routes.
General admission tickets are $15 for those over age 12, AALA members $10, under 12 FREE. Tickets can be purchased two ways: in person on the day of the tour starting at 11:30 am at Haskell Park, 1211 Henry Street, near Haskell Playhouse. Tickets are also available to buy anytime online at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/
According to AALA President Terry Sharp, “By having our event on Saturday, people from Alton Main Street’s Farmer’s Market can enjoy the tour. Many restaurants and shops will be open and ready to serve. The tour will go rain or shine.”
The tour is self-guided. You will drive yourself to each house. There will be a sign in front of the tour houses. You can go to any house in any order. Your booklet with map is your ticket to get into each house. The booklet has a picture and history of each house. There are steps at most of the sites. All houses are open all afternoon from noon to 5:00 pm.
If you have questions, please contact altonlandmarks@gmail.com