Historic Homes Tour

“Retro Revival” recalls architectural past on Sept. 11, 2010

“Retro Revival” offers Historic Homes Tour ticketholders six fascinating Sheely Drive neighborhood homes and two new By Design Homes Maple Street bonus houses. The tour, held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, showcases Sheely Addition houses built for “modern living” 50 years ago –– two are part of the Sheely Drive Neighborhood Local Landmark District. The new bonus homes on Maple Street likewise offer design features that accommodate today’s fast-moving lifestyles. Tickets cost $20 per person in advance and $25 per person on tour day.
 
A gala opening party at Ace Gillett’s Lounge in the historic Armstrong Hotel, 259 South College Ave., will kick-off the “Retro Revival” tour. Held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 9, the gala will feature delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by the hotel’s chef, celebratory wine and beer, live music, tours, and silent auction. Cost is $30 per person. Tickets for the gala must be purchased by Sept. 3.

The annual Historic Homes Tour is the major fundraising event for the all-volunteer Poudre Landmarks Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

For information about the gala, tour, and ticket outlets, call the Poudre Landmarks Foundation, Inc., office at (970) 221-0533 or send an e-mail query to poudrelandmarks@gmail.com. Tickets go on sale Aug.9.