Eastcore Walking Tours

May 1-10 | Tulip Time 2026

Step into Eastcore through guided walking tours that bring together history, art, and community. Whether you’re interested in untold local stories or vibrant public murals, each tour offers a deeper look at the people and places that continue to shape this neighborhood.

Tours are offered during Tulip Time and led by local guides with deep roots in the community.

Eastcore History Tour

90 minutes | $25 | Meet at the Van Raalte Statue (Centennial Park)

Step into the untold stories of one of Holland’s oldest neighborhoods. This guided tour traces Eastcore’s story from Native American trailways and early Dutch settlement to the challenges, tensions, and transformations that shaped the community over time.

Along the way, you’ll hear stories of resilience and change, from early hardships and the founding of local institutions to the impact of industry, immigration, and housing patterns that shaped who could call Eastcore home.

Led by longtime resident Lori Appeldoorn, this tour highlights the moments and stories that don’t often make it into history books, but define the neighborhood’s past and present.

Eastcore Murals Tour

60 minutes | $25 | Meet at the 3Sixty Hub

Explore Eastcore’s vibrant public art on this guided mural tour. Since 2022, local neighbors have led the Tulip City Walls Mural Festival, transforming the neighborhood through large-scale murals and creative expression.

This tour highlights the artists behind the work, the meaning behind each piece, and the stories of how these murals came to life. From bold installations to hidden gems, you’ll see how art is shaping Eastcore’s identity today.

Private Group Tour

60-90 mins | $500 flat rate | Start location varies

Schedule a private Eastcore History or Mural Walking Tour for your group. Designed for up to 25 participants, these tours offer a flexible and personalized way to explore the neighborhood together.

Private tours include the same guided experience as our public offerings, with the option to focus on history, murals, or a combination of both depending on your group’s interests.

Ideal for teams, schools, churches, and community groups, with scheduling available based on availability.

What to Expect

Guided walking tours lasting 60–90 minutes
Routes follow public city sidewalks
Stories rooted in local history, lived experience, and community development
Opportunities to ask questions and engage along the way

Accessibility

We aim to make these tours as accessible and welcoming as possible. If you or someone in your group has accessibility needs, we encourage you to reach out in advance. We will do our best to accommodate.

Tours take place on public sidewalks and may include uneven surfaces, curbs, and extended periods of walking or standing
Participants should be able to keep pace with the group
Children are welcome but must be accompanied and able to keep up

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