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.
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.
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,
The affair combined sister-properties on Palm Island— one of Miami Beach’s most luxurious man-made islands was created in 1919 by developer Locke Highleyman. The fundraiser benefitted historic resources and their preservation.
Complimentary drinks and light hors d’oeuvres are included.
Join the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables for a unique destination and historical tour titled “Palm Island and the Capone next door: 100 Years since Prohibition”.
Highlights of the meeting celebrated the organization’s mission of “promoting the understanding and importance of historic resources and their preservation” through its educational panel, stewardship, book series, preservation projects, and fundraising events.
A TRULY UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO WALK ON NATIVE CORAL ROCK Get up close to a Marion Manley original. The home was built for Coral Gables artistic genius Denman Fink who lived in the house for several years. SAVE THE DATE! Thursday NOVEMBER 21st 6 TO 8PM 760 ANASTASIA AVENUE WINE, CHEESE & MORE GUEST SPEAKER […]
Please save the date for three Fridays this fall and winter season as HPACG invites three fabulous speakers to present three different books.