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Wednesday, March 20 at 5:30 p.m.
Allendale is a truly special neighborhood, featuring stately oak trees shading its red-brick streets lined with large stone-veneer estate homes built in the 1920s and '30s.
Cade Allen, a former brick mason from New York, platted the neighborhood in the early 1920s and was one of the few developers of his time to use stone from Georgia and North Carolina to help showcase his homes, a number of which have been designated as local landmarks.
The tour will take a leisurely stroll through the neighborhood, allowing you to enjoy it in all of its splendor.
Tour reservations are strongly recommended as space is limited to 30 people.
If a tour is full, walk-ups cannot be accommodated.
Join Preserve the Burg and the Historic Kenwood Neighborhood Association on a tour of St. Pete's first suburb.
The approximately two-hour tour starts at 10 am at the Craftsman House, 2955 Central Avenue, an American crafts gallery and cafe that was the original model home for Kenwood.
Upon leaving the gallery, tour goers will be led on a pleasant stroll through the neighborhood that has one of the largest concentrations of bungalow homes in the country.
The tour will focus on the history of the neighborhood, its revitalization and current activities & events.
The tour will end in the Grand Central District on Central Ave, a great area for lunch at one of St. Pete’s many small local businesses.
Tickets are $10 for PTB & HKNA members or $20 for any non-members. Reserve your spot online. Advance registration is required.
PTB and Historic Kenwood hosts a tour every 4th Saturday of the month.
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Preserving Women's History Tour
Whether it’s the Burnside House – once home to St. Pete’s first female city council member - or the Woman’s Town Improvement Association, which still stands on 1st Avenue North, this special walking tour will highlight several notable women in St. Pete’s history and the landmarks that help tell their stories.The tour will be led by PTB's Emily Elwyn. Click here for more about Great Women of St. Petersburg.
Whether it’s the Burnside House – once home to St. Pete’s first female city council member - or the Woman’s Town Improvement Association, which still stands on 1st Avenue North, this special walking tour will highlight several notable women in St. Pete’s history and the landmarks that help tell their stories.The tour will be led by PTB's Emily Elwyn.
Click here for more about Great Women of St. Petersburg.
Tour meets a Kahawa Coffee on 2nd St. N.
Reservations required, attendance is limited.
The Historic Williams House
Thursday, March 28, 2024
The John C. Williams House and C. Perry Snell House have both stood as stoic reminders of St. Pete’s past ever since they were relocated to the USF St. Petersburg campus in the 1990s.
Join Preserve the ‘Burg and the Nelson Poynter Memorial Library for a look at the history, restoration, and future of the Williams house with preservation architect Paul Palmer and USF staff member Sudsy Tschiderer during the the next PlaceMattersSP Lecture, Wednesday, March 27 at 6 p.m.
The Williams House is one of the oldest surviving homes in St. Petersburg. Constructed in 1891 for city co-founder General John C. Williams, the 15-room building served as a hotel for nearly ninety years at its original location on 5th Ave. S. before being relocated to the USFSP campus in 1997.
About the presenters:
Sudsy Tschiderer is a long-time staff person at USF St. Petersburg, currently working part-time in University Advancement. Her office has been located at the Historic Snell House since its arrival on campus in 1997. A dedicated historic preservation enthusiast, she has given tours of the Snell House and Historic Williams House since 1998 - sometimes in costume as Sarah Williams. Additionally, she assisted in procuring the initial State preservation grants for renovations of the Historic Houses.
Paul Palmer is a principal of Renker Eich Parks Architects located in St. Petersburg, with 35 years of experience in architecture, specializing in Educational Facilities, Historic Preservation, and Sustainable Design. He has worked on many St. Pete landmarks, including Jordan Elementary School, the Open Air Post Office, and City Hall.
PlaceMattersSP is presented by Preserve the ‘Burg and USF's Nelson Poynter Memorial Library. 5:30 doors; 6 p.m. presentation.
Lecture takes place at the Nelson Poynter Memorial Library, located on the USFSP campus.
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Millionaires and Bootleggers: Old Southeast Walking Tour
Back by popular demand, our all-new "Millionaires and Bootleggers" tour of Old Southeast returns. We'll gather on the north side of Lassing Park for this special tour before setting off down the brick streets of this historic waterfront neighborhood. In addition to streets lined with historic homes, stops include the Bayboro House, the Polish American Club, and the Coast Guard Station.
Back by popular demand, our all-new "Millionaires and Bootleggers" tour of Old Southeast returns.
We'll gather on the north side of Lassing Park for this special tour before setting off down the brick streets of this historic waterfront neighborhood. In addition to streets lined with historic homes, stops include the Bayboro House, the Polish American Club, and the Coast Guard Station.
Tour meets at 15th Ave SE and Lassing Park, on the northern end of the park.
Attendance is limited; advance registration required.
Preserve the 'Burg Member and Volunteer Social
at the Polish American Society of St. Petersburg
Saturday, April 13, 2024, 2 to 5 p.m.
Our members are the backbone of Preserve the ‘Burg. We’re able to celebrate St. Petersburg’s historic neighborhoods and landmarks because of YOU!
Whether you've been with us for years or are a new member, your support has made a significant impact, and we want to say thanks!
Join us at the historic Polish American Society on Saturday, April 13 from 2 to 5 p.m. to connect with fellow members, staff, and board members.
Hear about our priorities and recent accomplishments, and enjoy light snacks along with beverages from the Polish American Society bar.
Plus, test your St. Pete historic knowledge with a game of pub trivia!
The event is members only and free of charge. Save the date and join us for a memorable afternoon celebrating YOU, our dedicated members and volunteers.
Mid Century Driving Tour
Saturday April 20, 2024, 10 to 11 a.m.
Load up the car with friends, put the top down, and soak up some of the Sunshine City’s retro charm on a curated Mid Century Modern driving tour! St. Petersburg boasts a rich collection of mid century architecture, reflecting the city's growth and development in the postwar boom era.
After meeting up in Coffee Pot Park to pick up the driving guide, you’ll cruise the city's historic neighborhoods, where Mid Century homes offer a glimpse of 1950s and 1960s-era Florida, from the iconic 'birdcage' homes of Pinellas Point to the sleek waterfront estates of Snell Isle.
Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or simply seeking inspiration, this self-paced Mid Century excursion offers a unique glimpse into a timeless era of design excellence. Register and pick up your guide, and follow the itinerary at your own pace and as many times as you like.
This tour is presented by the Center for Architecture and Design, Tampa Bay and Preserve the ‘Burg.
Mid Century Driving Tour guide is $20 for PtB, CAD and AIA members, $25 for non-members per car.
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