Posted Thursday, January 4, 2007
All Aboard! Conch Tour Trains Donated for January House & Garden Tours
The OIRF 2006-07 House and Garden Tours continue January 12th and 13th from 4 P.M. to 8 P.M.
Historic Tours of America has once again donated Conch Tour Train service for the House & Garden Tours to be held Friday & Saturday, January 12 & 13, from 4 pm to 8 pm. Reservations for the trains are required and may be made by calling 305-294-9501.
$25 tickets may also be purchased at The Oldest House 322 Duval Street (Train reservations also accepted at this location only), KW-Light Gallery 534 Fleming Street, Senses at Play Gallery 1022 Duval Street, TIB Bank branches 330 Whitehead Street and 3618 N. Roosevelt Blvd., or at the featured homes during Tour hours.
The homes generously offered for touring Jan. 12 & 13 from 4 to 8 pm are:
1. 326 Whitehead Street - Home of David & Susie Maynard
This stately home was built in 1904 as the Naval Station Commanding Officer's Quarters and contains beautiful furnishings and art. The swimming pool is believed to be the island's largest at a private residence.
2. 622 Louisa Street - Home of Robert Miller & Terry Sullivan
Recently restored to a single family home with original woodwork and architectural features throughout, the new decking and pool-house provide the finishing touches for quintessential key west living.
3. 760 Washington Street - Home of Ken & Margaret Domanski
This marvelous Casa Marina District home and beautifully landscaped garden encompass two lots. The house is filled with amazing family heirlooms and spectacular art from Key West and around the world.
4. 1210 Varela Street - Home of Robert Fierst & Doug Simmons
Built in the early 1940's, this Conch style wood frame home is located in a compound of similar houses which were masterfully renovated. An art collection by many local Key West artists is beautifully displayed.
5. 617 Ashe Street - Home of David & Judy Feffer
The three sided wrap-around porch invites visitors to this splendid home built in the late 1800's. Notice the original Cuban floor tile as you view antiques and art, many pieces by the homeowner, artist Judy Feffer.
The Tours continue with five different homes on Friday & Saturday, Feb. 16 & 17 from 10 am to 4 pm.
For further information, go to www.oirf.org or call (305) 294-9501
