Madison Avenue, Toledo
Madison Avenue stands as a nostalgic reflection of the city's industrial prowess and architectural grandeur from the early 20th century. Once a vibrant hub of commerce and industry, the avenue today retains echoes of its illustrious past amidst a quieter urban setting.
Dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, some buildings along Madison Avenue showcase architectural styles including Beaux-Arts and Art Deco. These structures are adorned with intricate facades, grand arches, and ornate details, preserving Toledo's rich architectural legacy. Notable landmarks such as the Main Library of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, the Spitzer Building, the Valentine Theatre, and the Nasby Building contribute to the street's architectural significance.
The Nasby Building, originally Toledo's tallest structure upon its completion in 1895, remains a prominent feature along Madison Avenue. Its distinct 135-foot height and Romanesque-inspired design add historical grandeur to the street. In the 1960s, the Nasby Building and the neighboring Wayne Building were refurbished with a modern facade of glass and enameled asbestos panels, now collectively known as the Madison Building.
Dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, some buildings along Madison Avenue showcase architectural styles including Beaux-Arts and Art Deco. These structures are adorned with intricate facades, grand arches, and ornate details, preserving Toledo's rich architectural legacy. Notable landmarks such as the Main Library of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, the Spitzer Building, the Valentine Theatre, and the Nasby Building contribute to the street's architectural significance.
The Nasby Building, originally Toledo's tallest structure upon its completion in 1895, remains a prominent feature along Madison Avenue. Its distinct 135-foot height and Romanesque-inspired design add historical grandeur to the street. In the 1960s, the Nasby Building and the neighboring Wayne Building were refurbished with a modern facade of glass and enameled asbestos panels, now collectively known as the Madison Building.
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Madison Avenue on Map
Sight Name: Madison Avenue
Sight Location: Toledo, USA (See walking tours in Toledo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Toledo, USA (See walking tours in Toledo)
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Walking Tours in Toledo, Ohio
Create Your Own Walk in Toledo
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Historical Houses Tour
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Toledo Downtown Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles