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3.	THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER. First Protestant Church in Biloxi, built in its original location on Howard Avenue in 1849, it was moved to its present site in 1891. This church was deconsecrated and used as a parish center when a new church closer to the beach was built. In 1969, this second church, except for the bell tower, was destroyed by the Hurricane Camille. The outline of the second church is noted by the ring of liriope in the front yard of the second church. A drive is on to construct a Memorial to the victims-.of Camille on this site (plans on display). Ask about the Secretary Oak, and do not miss the special Pilgrimage Memorial dedicated in 1997 on the occasion of our 50th Anniversary. Hostesses: Members of Church
4.	TULLIS-TOLEDANO MANOR, 360 Beach Blvd. This house was built in 1856 as a wedding present for Matilda Toledano by her husband Christoval and is a striking example of Greek Revival architecture. Constructed on a French plan with rich architectural detail, the house is furnished in period style to interpret Biloxi's antebellum history. Badly damaged by Hurricane Camille, Tullis and its beautiful grounds were purchased by the City of Biloxi in 1975 and restored as a historic house museum and recreational area. Featured will be the Dogwood Garden Club's annual standard flower show "Discovery Ships to Rocket Ships" chaired by Linda McWilliams. Host: City Staff
5.	POINT CADET MARINA. Visit one of the famous Biloxi Schooners, reminiscent of the sailing fishing boats of yesteryear. While on board, do not miss the demonstrations by local experts on how to catch and clean the local "bounty of the sea". If encouraged, no doubt you can share in a taste of the delectables. Hostesses: City Staff and Local Seafood Experts.
6.	MARITIME AND SEAFOOD INDUSTRY MUSEUM,
115	First St. Located on the eastern tip of the Biloxi peninsula, the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum is housed in a Spanish influence structure built in 1934 as part of the U.S. Coast Guard station. The museum was established in 1986 to preserve and interpret the maritime history and heritage of Biloxi and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It accomplishes this mission through an array of exhibits containing historic photographs and objects. Visitors can experience the impact of hurricanes on Biloxi through an exhibit and film on Hurricane Camille, which devastated the Gulf Coast in 1969. Hostesses: Museum Staff
7.	OLD BRICK HOUSE. Facing the beautiful Bay of Biloxi, the Old Brick House has stood since the early 1800's on the land grant of Juan Baptiste Carquotte. In 1843 the property was purchased from the Carquotte heirs by William Rogers and was home to John L. Henry, Mayor of Biloxi during the Civil War. Constructed of brick made at a brickyard that had
been located on the property, the floor plan and exterior of the Old Brick House are a mingling of French and American architectural traditions of the mid-nineteenth century. Saved from neglect by the Biloxi Council of Garden Clubs in the 1950's, the house is owned by the City of Biloxi. Host: City Staff
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Wednesday, March 14th 10:00 a.m.- p.m
Hostesses: Diamondhead Garden Club Chairman: Jerry Ingraham
1.	HEADQUARTERS, DIAMONDHEAD COMMUNITY CENTER, 5300 Diamondhead Circle. Stop here first to enjoy the Diamondhead Garden Club's annual standard flower show, pick up MAPS AND BROCHURES, and have refreshments. Before leaving, notice the atrium landscaping that was designed by Diamondhead Garden Club and is maintained by the Property Owners Association.
2.	GARDENS OF MAX AND BOOTS DEATON, 6524 Iolani Court. In less than 18 months, the owners tamed and renovated this backyard into separate garden rooms taking care to preserve the native plants. Most of the plantings are shade loving and provide varying shades of green while ferns, azaleas and camellias add color and attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The garden is a natural mini-park that soothes and comforts all who enter.
3.	HOME AND GARDENS OF EDDIE AND JOAN MOORE, 9420 Makiki Drive. The home's open floor plan and expansive windows overlooking the garden area has eclectic furnishings ranging from a Mediterranean-style olive jar dining table to a British Colonial daybed with bamboo and rattan accessories throughout. The home and landscape reflect the owners' island travels with a white-sand beach, Tiki-style cabana and palms of all shapes and sizes.
4.	GARDENS OF JOHN AND BRENDA WHITE, 7607 Fairway Drive. A butterfly garden and a copper fountain highlight the imposing front yard of this contemporary home. After moving to Diamondhead four years ago, the Whites enhanced the home by adding several Sabal palms. The surrounding flowerbeds complement this 'golf course view home.
5.	GARDENS OF BOB AND MARGE DIEBALL, 7920 Maui Place. This modest, cypress-sided home on the golf course yields surprises in the backyard garden. A combination of water gardens, shade gardens, and lush lawn provides beautiful place to retreat. The subtle music from falling water adds pleasing background sounds for the porch


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