NEWS from SAUGATUCK/DOUGLAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
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John Peters |
Ms. Merle Malmquist (269) 857-4817 mim@macatawa.org |
Ms. Paula Schultz (269) 857-3661 hpschultz@lodisnet.com |
SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HERITAGE
FESTIVAL HOME TOUR |
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SAUGATUCK (MI), AUG. 21, 2006 -- A
variety of architectural styles comprises the 2006 Saugatuck-Douglas
Historical Society Heritage Festival Homes Tour, with eight homes selected
for blending this community's historic character with today's amenities
and lifestyles. All will be open to tour ticketholders on Saturday, Sept.
16, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each location affords limited free parking,
with docent guidance and information sheets to enhance visitor experience.
2. Bella-Dark House and Studio (2001) -- 799
Simonson Drive, Saugatuck.
3. Lesa Werme’s Barn (1880/2006) -- 671 Upper Spear
Street, Saugatuck.
4. Hillman-Van Meter House and Studio (1999-2003) --
562 Weirich Drive, Saugatuck.
5. The Crow House and Bird Studio (2004-2006) -- 31
North Spring Street, Douglas.
6. Carlson-Craft-Greski House (2005) -- 80 Water
Street, Douglas.
7. Bowman House (2003) --135 South Washington
Street, Douglas.
8. Shafer’s ‘Yankee Barn’ (2004) -- 420 South Union
Street, Douglas. Home Tour Map
Also highlighting the fun and educational Heritage
Festival activities are a pre-tour presentation, an all-new exhibition at
the Society's award-winning Museum, a traditional "Clothesline" Art Show,
an 1860's vintage base ball match and guided vineyard tours. For details,
visit
www.sdhistory.com or call (269) 857-7900. # # # |