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Twilight Walking Tour: Old Northeast
Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM
This special installment of our Twilight Tour will take attendees around the Old Northeast neighborhood.
Old Northeast resident, historic preservationist and PTB Board member Emily Elwyn, leads this evening stroll starting at the Elwyn's beautifully restored 1924 craftsman/colonial home and will visit historically significant styles represented in the Old Northeast.
Don't miss this special guided walk with an Old Northeast insider!
PTB members - $10 per person.
Guests and non-members are $20 per person.
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Original Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10 AM
Our "Original" Historic Downtown Walking Tour is a great way for visitors to get an introduction to St. Petersburg and for residents to learn a few things new about the 'Burg's past.
Experience what makes downtown special as you take a stroll though a portion of the city's central business district and the Downtown National Register Historic District.
Participants will see grand historic hotels, stately churches, and architectural treasures like the Snell Building & Arcade and the Open Air Post Office.
This tour will be led by former PTB President and Board Member Emily Elwyn.
PTB members are $10; Guests and non-members are $20/person.
Tour reservations are strongly recommended, space is limited.
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Author Series: Polita Glynn
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6 PM
Saint Petersburg, Florida has more surviving brick streets than almost any city in America. But what is the story of the brick roads of Saint Petersburg? And why is almost every brick stamped with the name AUGUSTA BLOCK?
Join us for a screening of Brick Roads followed by a conversation between PTB Executive Director Manny Leto and Co-Director and Producer Polita Glynn. This short film explores the City’s brick roads, showing the miles of original brick streets, the loss of those roads as they were paved over with asphalt and the preservation work of the City of St. Petersburg to protect these iconic traditional roadways.
The Brick Roads project received grant support from the City of St. Petersburg.
Grand Central Happy Hour Tour
Friday, May 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Celebrate 100 years of the Grand Central District, a designated National and Florida Main Street community. This guided experience connects past and present in one of St. Petersburg’s most dynamic corridors. Begin with a complimentary beverage while you explore the district’s evolution from a working-class commercial strip to a vibrant center of culture, community, and creativity.
From there, cross Central Avenue to the historic Mari Jean Hotel building to see how thoughtful rehabilitation allows modern life to thrive within spaces rich in historic character. This tour highlights the value of preservation, adaptive reuse, and the stories embedded in the places we use every day, offering a fresh perspective on how Grand Central continues to grow while honoring its roots.
Registration is required. Participants must be 21+ years of age.
Want to get involved? As part of the district’s centennial celebration, the Grand Central District Association is hosting the 100 Year Gala Fundraiser on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Tour reservations are required, space is limited.
Preserve the ’Burg Restoration & Design Expo Saturday, May 16 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club
Join Preserve the ’Burg for a day dedicated to historic homes, thoughtful design and St. Pete’s architectural heritage at the annual Restoration & Design Expo. Held at the iconic St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, this free community event brings together local vendors, preservation tradespeople and experts in historic restoration, home décor and period-appropriate design.
Connect with professionals who specialize in restoring older homes, explore vintage-inspired home décor and design ideas, and attend presentations on topics including accessory dwelling units (ADUs), best practices for rehabilitation and how to research your home's history. Learn about the architectural styles that define St. Petersburg’s neighborhoods and discover resources available to property owners and community advocates.
The Expo will also feature guided tours of the historic Mirror Lake area, offering an up-close look at one of the city’s treasured neighborhoods and its distinctive architecture.
Whether you’re restoring a historic bungalow, researching your home’s past, decorating with vintage flair, or simply curious about St. Pete’s history and design, the Restoration & Design Expo offers tools, tips, resources, and a little St. Pete-inspiration.
The Expo is presented in partnership with the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation and their Preserve Florida Conference, taking place May 14 and 15 in St. Petersburg. Visit the Florida Trust website here to register.
Florida’s Preservation Toolkit: How You Can Be A Part of Preservation Advocacy
Melissa Wyllie
CEO and President of the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation
Saturday, May 16 | 10:15 – 11 a.m.
Preserve the ’Burg Restoration & Design Expo
St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club
Historic preservation happens through people — and you can be a part of it. Melissa will share how to connect with your community through meaningful conversation and action to raise awareness, build relationships, and make a compelling case for preserving our historic places.
Melissa Wyllie is President and CEO of the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation, leading statewide efforts to protect Florida’s heritage. A national preservation advocate and Certified Nonprofit Professional, she holds advanced degrees in nonprofit management and is pursuing a PhD in History at Florida State University.
Old Soul, Bold Style: Designing Your Historic Home Authentically
Lisa Golmore and Brooke Eversoll
Saturday, May 16 | 11:30 a.m. – noon
Florida’s Preservation Toolkit: How to Make Small Changes for Better Resiliency
Jenny Wolfe, President of Planning 2 Preserve
Saturday, May 16 | 12:45 – 1 p.m.
Practical, effective improvements to address sea level rise, extreme heat and more severe storms can be made in your very own home or small business. Jenny's experience across Florida, particularly St. Augustine, and in Charleston helps her understand different approaches that balance risk and historic preservation.
Jenny Wolfe is a cultural resource advocate and president of Planning 2 Preserve. With 20 years in government and nonprofit preservation planning, she specializes in community engagement and adaptive strategies, and is certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners.
Old House, New Life: A Guide to Thoughtful Renovation
John Barie, Architect and Owner, John Barie Design, LLC
Saturday, May 16 | 2 – 2:30 p.m.
Thinking about remodeling an older or historic home? Don’t swing that sledgehammer just yet. Join Preservation Award-winning architect John Barie for a look at how to plan your project the right way—from preserving historic charm to making smart, modern updates that actually work for today’s living. Perfect for homeowners, prospective buyers, and anyone who loves old houses and wants to get it right the first time
John Peter Barie, AIA Emeritus, is an award-winning architect specializing in residential design and historic preservation. A former preservation board vice chair, he continues shaping community-focused projects in St. Petersburg.
PTB Road Trip: 50 Years of Heritage Village
Saturday May 30, 2026 at 10 AM
For our next PTB Road Trip, you’ll visit Madeira Beach, Clearwater and Tampa all in one place—Heritage Village.
Located on a 20-acre wooded park in Largo, Heritage Village is home to more than two dozen historic structures from around the Bay Area, including the 1852 McMullen Cabin and the House of Seven Gables, which was originally constructed in Clearwater in 1907.
For this special Preserve the ‘Burg tour, Heritage Village Executive Director Monica Drake will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the work they do to maintain these historic structures. You’ll hear about recent upgrades to the park and see Heritage Village from a Preservationists’ perspective.
This experience is limited to just 15 guests. Admission includes private tour; proceeds benefit Friends of Heritage Village and Preserve the ‘Burg.
Admission: $20 for members, $30 for non members.
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