01.30.2025

A Year in Review  Annual Meeting January 26, 2025

Another year. Another perfect setting to celebrate the importance of historic resources and their preservation. As one reflects on life and what is truly important, one can agree that historic preservation continues to matter.

11.04.2024

A “Sunday in October” was a perfect day of stewardship and recognition. A landmark home played host.

In the spirit of generosity and gratitude, the Board of Directors of the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables invited friends and benefactors of the George Giving Society to enjoy an afternoon of champagne, celebration, and conversation.

06.28.2024

Fourth Annual Founder’s Day Ceremony in Coral Gables held on June 3 2024

At this 4th annual Founder’s Day tribute, sponsored by the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables, and hosted by the Merrick House Governing Board, guests and dignitaries were reminded of one of the primary sources of Merrick’s vision — the 1832 book by American novelist Washington Irving,

12.07.2016

Montgomery botanical gardens: a hidden gem in Coral Gables.

Recently, the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables hosted its spring fundraiser at a very private 120 acre garden that opens only twice a year to the public—Montgomery Botanical Center—a nonprofit garden established in 1959.  A limited number of guests [ladies wearing elegant colorful outfits and gentlemen sporting crisp linen and guayabera shirts] enjoyed a […]

12.04.2016

Montgomery: A [Secret] Garden Paradise…Experience It May 22

date: Sunday May 22, 2016 from 5 to 8pm place: 11901 Old Cutler Rd, Miami, FL 33156 Cocktail reception and spectacular views of the sunset… over the palm-lined skyline,,,at historic home and garden. This is a ticketed event. A unique and private experience not open to the public. Limited tickets. price: VIP tickets are $75 […]

A moment in history

IN THE SPIRIT OF CONTINUED CELEBRATION OF OUR 25th ANNIVERSARY YEAR… PLEASE ENJOY “A MOMENT IN HISTORY” FROM FIRST PRESIDENT CAROLYN CEFALO. “That evening we put together a group who were interested in developing the Historic Homeowners Association of Coral Gables. “ Hello my name is Carolyn J. Cefalo and I served as the first […]

You are Invited to mark history on April 14, 2016

YOU ARE INVITED The Historic 1926 White Way Lights Dedication Ceremony Thursday, April 14, 2016 In Front of the Coral Gables Library at 11 AM   Join the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables and the City of Coral Gables in celebrating the unveiling of the 1926 White Way Lights historical marker on the 90th […]

11.21.2016

“Top of the Terrace” An Elegant Equine Event Friday, December 16th

“Coral Gables is able to boast 35 miles of bridle paths, on which horseback riding enthusiasts are to be found early and late, throughout the year. The Coral Gables Riding academy, with its stock of first-class saddle horses and staff of instructors and handlers, is as much of a Coral Gables institution as the Venetian pool or the Granada golf course.”

08.24.2016

“ALL ABOUT THE NUMBERS” INVITATION-ONLY EVENT August 24th. Deering Estate Stone House

The Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables is partnering with the l00 Ladies of Deering, a fundraising committee of the Deering Estate Foundation, to host a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the National Parks, the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act, the 30th anniversary of the Deering Estate Foundation, and the 25th […]