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,

06.25.2024

2024 Docomomo US National Symposium. It was a big deal, actually a very big deal.

The symposium brought attendees from around the U.S. to experience “one of the country’s richest collections of mid-century and postmodern architecture.”

06.20.2017

Historical marker dedicated at old Gables Riding Academy site

Did you know that back in the 1930s there was a horse riding academy complete with a stable and a show ring that brought the beauty of horses to Downtown Coral Gables?

05.21.2017

Dedication Ceremony and Installation of the Coral Gables Riding Academy & Show Ring Historical Marker Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Join the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables and the City of Coral Gables in celebrating the unveiling of the Coral Gables Riding Academy & Show Ring historical marker on the 65th anniversary of its closing.

05.01.2017

Historic preservation group launches destination series. First stop: Palm Beach’s Mar-a-Lago

Over 60 guests enjoyed the sold-out fundraising affair. Proceeds benefit historic resources and their preservation in Coral Gables and beyond.

03.18.2017

Destination Palm Beach: Mar-a-Lago April 23

Lunch in the Tea Room and private tour of the estate. Advance sales only. Limited availability. Paid reservations by April 15.

02.28.2017

AN EVENING OF MUSIC, FOOD, AND FRIENDS. FREE. MARCH 16th

Beautiful evening! Thank you Jay Brooks and Pastor Phillip Short for the opportunity to learn about the history of First United Methodist Church. The organ concert was exceptional! Wow!  Love the organ? Want to add some music to your day? Join Jay Brooks every first Thursday of the month at 12.30pm in the Church sanctuary. […]

By George. By Invitation Only.

President Karelia Martinez Carbonell says, “We love pampering our patrons” at the annual George Giving Society benefactor event on February 9th hosted by the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables at the home of past president and board member Lisa Bennett and husband Richard. Guests included Commissioner Jeannett Slesnick, George Circle members Maria Alicia and […]