Tri Kappa Sorority hosts 2024 Tour of Homes in Historic Madison

The Tri Kappa Sorority hosted its highly anticipated 2024 Tour of Homes on October 4-6 in Madison, showcasing seven historic properties that highlight the city's rich architectural heritage. Attendees were treated to an inside look at beautifully restored homes, each with unique stories and styles.

Among the featured homes was the Alexander Graham Home, located at 407 West First Street. This five-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath Colonial Revival home was built in 1902 and has remained a single-family home throughout its history. Amy Smith, who purchased the house in 2013, has spent seven years carefully restoring and updating it while preserving its historic charm.

Another notable property on the tour was the Crafton Home, a Federal Italianate-style home at 304 Broadway Street. Built around 1860, the home once served as a boarding school. It was purchased by brothers Van and Trevor Crafton in 2019 and has since been modernized, with one side still serving as a rental.

The tour also included the Hoffstadt/Bach/Bear Building, located at 206-208 East Main Street. Owned by Katie and Brantley Beck, the Second Empire-Style building is one of only two of its kind in the county. The Becks' restoration of the historic building was featured on Magnolia Network's “In with the Old.” Originally a dry goods store in the 19th century, the building later housed Bear's Jewelry and Optometry, a staple in Madison for much of the 20th century.

The Walnut Street Saloon, a federal-style building constructed in 1855, provided a glimpse into Madison's social history. Once a bustling tavern and later Winter's Cafe and Saloon, the property has been transformed into a charming getaway while preserving its storied past.

Other homes on the tour included 613 Walnut Street, a former duplex turned Air BnB, and The Lynn Home, a meticulously restored Federal-style home at 214 West Second Street. Both properties seamlessly blend historical preservation with modern living.

The tour also featured the Judge Jeremiah Sullivan Home, a classic federal-style house built in 1820 located at 304 W Second St., now maintained by Historic Madison, Inc., and The Steinhardt Home, an 1870 shotgun-style residence that underwent a stunning transformation by Tony and Hillary Steinhardt. The home is located at 221 W First Street.

The 2024 Tri Kappa Tour of Homes celebrated the unique architectural legacy of Madison and offered a chance for visitors to appreciate the efforts of homeowners dedicated to preserving the city's historical charm for future generations.