Historic Homes

DIY Homeowners to Debut ‘New Do’ at Gingerbread Trail Home Tour

By Deb R. Brimer / May 24, 2019 /

Sam and Laura Beth Anderson aren’t just one of five homeowners in the 51st Annual Gingerbread Trail Historic Home Tour in Waxahachie. They’re also historic renovation pros and preservation junkies who saved their home from becoming toothpicks and restored it to its original splendor. Though the circa 1920 Bungalow has lived many lives in nearly…

Park Cities Historic Preservation Society Home Tour Features 1928 Tudor

By Deb R. Brimer / April 1, 2019 /

Jack and Kate LaGere found exactly what they wanted when they least expected it. The couple wasn’t intentionally house hunting when they drove by 3524 Saint Johns Drive and spotted the For Sale sign. But after several subsequent walk-throughs and exploring every nook and cranny, the LaGeres knew the 1928 Tudor was a perfect fit…

Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society Gears Up For a Busy April

By Deb R. Brimer / March 22, 2019 /

April is event month for the Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society (PCHPS). Whether you’re a history buff, an architectural aficionado, a real estate junkie, or a classic and antique car enthusiast, you’ll find plenty of reasons to put Park Cities on your April calendar. The Distinguished Speaker Luncheon kicks off the iconic annual events…

Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Landmarking Ceremony Feb. 23

By Joanna England / February 22, 2019 /

Staff Report Highland Park and University Park are still veritable treasure troves of historic architecture, and The Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society will hold landmarking ceremonies from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 23 to recognize four excellent examples. The homes — all striking examples of living history — offer insight to this significant area.…

Ryan Place Announces Candlelight Tour Homes

By Eric Prokesh / October 26, 2018 /

I know, I know, I know …. I, too, hate seeing Christmas merch in the local big box before we’ve even gotten through Halloween. However tickets do go on sale next week for the grandmother of Fort Worth’s home tours, officially monikered, “A Candlelight Tour In Ryan Place.” The popular yuletide event, which attracts faithful tour…