JACKSONVILLE, FL, March 13, 2024 - Springfield Preservation and Revitalization Council (SPAR) is excited to announce the 45th Historic Springfield Tour of Homes and Gardens taking place April 27-28, 2024 from 12 PM to 5 PM each day in Jacksonville’s oldest neighborhood and front porch community, the Springfield Historic District.
The Tour of Homes and Gardens, presented by M&M Homes, brings over 1000 visitors to Springfield each year to explore the neighborhood and the architecturally significant historic homes that give Springfield its unique character.
During the two-day event, guests will find six properties to tour throughout the Springfield Historic District featuring a combination of preserved historic homes, new homes constructed in the historic style, and backyard garden spaces with live music, refreshments, and art collections from a professional artist. Guests may check-in for the tour starting at the SPAR Building (1321 N Main Street) at 12 PM both days. Complimentary shuttle service is provided for all guests. Local history expert Leigh Burdett will lead a complimentary guided bike tour of the featured homes. The guided bike tour departs from the SPAR Building at 1 PM on Saturday April 27.
“The Tour of Homes and Gardens showcases the beautiful historic homes and unique character of Springfield,” Michael Haskins, SPAR Executive Director, says. “Our mission is to preserve and revitalize this historically significant neighborhood, and the Tour of Homes and Gardens highlights how preservation contributes to the growth and progress of the entire community. We can’t wait to welcome guests from across Jacksonville into our homes and neighborhood to see all that Springfield has to offer.”
Tickets are $15 if purchased in advance and $20 if purchased the day of the tour. Guests receive a tour map and guide at check-in at the SPAR Building (1321 N Main Street). Guests with a tour map are eligible for a variety of promotions and discounts at local businesses. Guests may choose to walk, bike, drive, or use our complimentary shuttle service.
Visit springfieldtour.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
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Springfield Preservation and Revitalization (SPAR) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated since 1974 to improving the quality of life in the Springfield Historic District. Proceeds from the Tour of Homes and Gardens benefit our work to preserve and revitalize the Springfield community.