Torrance Historical Society's Original Fall Tour of Historic Homes
October 13-14, 2018 |
Torrance, CA: On Saturday & Sunday, October 13th - 14th, 2018, the streets of Old Torrance will be buzzing with visitors from all around the South Bay, as the Torrance Historical Society is hosting their biennial Original Fall Tour of Historic Homes. Guests will tour the inside of a half-dozen homes, and will see how others have renovated, updated and decorated their historic homes to accommodate today’s life-style, yet managed to preserve the charming architecture and characteristics of the past.
The homes on the tour reflect an eclectic mix - from Spanish Colonial Revival to Craftsman Bungalow to Mission Revival - which characterize and add to the charm of Old Torrance -- founded 1912. Houses on the Tour were built between 1918 and 1936. Each home will have a Model A car parked in front of it courtesy of South Bay Touring A's.
Here are the details . . .
When: Saturday & Sunday, October 13th - 14th, 2018
Where: The self-guided Original Fall Tour of Historic Homes begins at the Torrance Historical Society & Museum - 1345 Post Avenue, Old Torrance
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, both days (Museum opens at 10:30 AM)
Tickets: $25 - tickets are purchased directly from the Museum either day of the tour, or online via PayPal - www.torrancehistoricalsociety.org/news/events.html (PayPal tickets will be available for pick-up at the Museum’s front desk)
Info: 310.328.5392 or www.TorranceHistoricalSociety.org
Refreshments: Complimentary lemonade and Torrance Bakery Cookies (www.TorranceBakery.com) will be served from the historic 1925 Woman's Club with an added bonus of Views of Torrance art by the Artists of Torrance Artist Guild and Destination: Art, and the Torrance Rose Float Association’s – Floating Through the Decades -- large framed photos of all the city of Torrance’s winning Tournament of Roses Parade entries -- being on display.
The homes may viewed in any order, on either day, and all are within walking distance from the Museum -- the furthest being six blocks away. Local restaurants will be offering Home Tour Specials.
Additional elements of the Home Tour include . . .
- As you stroll the tree-lined streets of Old Torrance, you will also see plein air artists at work.
- Special display of Hometown Hero, Louis Zamperini (in Museum)
- Opportunity to win a Progressive Dinner for six in three Historic Homes - drawing to be held on November 8, 2018 (winner will be notified) - tickets $10 each or 3/$25 - Dinner will be Saturday, January 19, 2019.
Proceeds from the fundraiser directly benefit the Museum - archiving activities, historical discoveries, research projects, special programs, its operation and exhibits.
This event generously sponsored by The Van Lingen Group (www.vanlingen.com).
The Torrance Historical Society is a non-profit organization run by all volunteers. It was founded in 1973 to acquire, display and encourage public interest in preserving items relevant to the history of Torrance and the San Pedro Rancho. Located at 1345 Post Ave., Torrance, CA 90501, the Museum is open Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Special arrangements can be made for research projects. For additional information, call 310.328.5392 or visit www.TorranceHistoricalSociety.org.
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Website:
www.torrancehistoricalsociety.org/news/events.html |
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| Location Information |
1345 Post Ave
Torrance, CA |
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| Contact Information |
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debbie.simpson@acssoftware.com |
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