Press Release
From: Society Hill Civic Association
Date: March 26, 2010
Contact: Martha Levine, 215-629-0727, or marthalev@msn.com
Society Hill’s 32nd Annual Open House and Garden Tour will take place on Sunday, May 23, 2010, from 1 to 5 PM. Tickets are now on sale for this most enjoyable, self-guided tour of over 10 private homes and gardens in one of our nation’s most historic neighborhoods. Imagine walking on the same brick sidewalks frequented by Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin.
Each year, the Society Hill Tour offers a new selection of exceptional homes and gardens that range in style and décor from the 18th and 19th century periods to the most contemporary. According to event chairs Martha Levine and Linda Skale, “Some people attend the tours for inspirational design ideas they may use in their own homes.”
This year, something new has been added: six area restaurants have partnered with the tour and will offer discounts for lunch or dinner for ticket holders only.
Sponsored by the Society Hill Civic Association, in Center City Philadelphia, the tour’s proceeds are used for neighborhood improvement and beautification projects.
Martha noted that for the last 30 years, the Society Hill Tour was sponsored by the Friends of Independence National Historical Park—under its umbrella program known as Philadelphia Open House, which offered 35-40 tours throughout the Delaware Valley region. The Friends has suspended its sponsorship temporarily and will not sponsor any tours this year. The Society Hill Civic Association decided to proceed independently rather than to disappoint its huge following.
Advance ticket purchases are encouraged. To purchase a ticket, to receive a brochure, or to get more information, please contact Society Hill Civic Association at 215-629-1288, or email: mattdejulio@aol.com. Tickets can also be purchased on the day of the tour—at Old Pine Street Church, 412 Pine Street, Philadelphia.
Date: Sunday, May 23, 2010
Time: 1 to 5 PM.
Cost: $25 per ticket
Complimentary light refreshments
Rest rooms available
Comfortable shoes encouraged
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