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The Beaufort Historical Association’s 67th annual Old Homes Tour & More opens a new chapter June 26 – 27, and it’s the biggest tour yet! It’s America’s 250th and in tribute to red, white and blue and Beaufort old and new, ticketholders will experience the Beaufort Historic Site homes and public buildings at 130 Turner Street with a distinct patriotic welcome.
Along with six private homes in the historic district and the charming “Fish House” on Front Street, guests can tour three modern condominium homes at 805 Mulberry, an exciting preservation project repurposing the former Beaufort Graded School building and campus into an innovative Beaufort neighborhood. The old gym, fully restored, is now The Mainsail Event Center. The Mainsail will serve as an exhibit hall with storytellers, memorabilia, and guest speakers honoring the Beaufort High School Seadogs sports legacy.
For first time, the tour also includes five homes in the newer community of Beau Coast, showcasing the welcoming hospitality that has drawn people to Beaufort for centuries. The tour and exhibit will be open daily 10:00am – 4:00am. Visiting The Mainsail Event Center Seadogs Exhibit does not require a ticket but admission to all other Old Homes Tour & More destinations does require a ticket. The tour, and accompanying events during the week of the tour, are often sold out weeks in advance so be sure not to wait to purchase tickets.
Also special this year, a nostalgic Seadogs Legacy reception celebration will be held Saturday at The Mainsail Event Center from 5:00pm – 7:00pm; the reception is free and all are invited to share in the commemoration of Beaufort High School’s past, reuniting former students, teachers, administrators, and the community with a celebration of Beaufort heritage.