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BEAUVOIR
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pilgrimage Chairmen: Sue Barton, Betty Sekul, Faye Evers Hostesses: Beach Garden Society
This 51-acre shrine, built circa 1852, was the last home of Jefferson Davis, the only President of the Confederacy. Beauvoir houses a confederate museum, the Tomb of the Unkown Confederate Soldier, an Arboretum (established by Beach Garden Society) and many Davis family heirlooms. The Beauvoir Belles grace this beautiful setting, and Yesteryear Young Dancers will perform from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Beach Garden Society members, dressed in antebellum costumes, will serve refreshments. Floral arrangements throughout the house compliments of Beach Garden Society.
GREEN OAKS
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
580 Beach Boulevard Owned by Judge Oliver and Jennifer Diaz this is the oldest remaining beachfront residence, circa 1826, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The home is built on a Spanish land grant md retains two of its original 640 acres. The home was built as a beach house by wealthy New Orleans planters . This Greek Revival, raised cottage, is considered to be one of the finest examples of period architecture. The home is elegantly appointed with an impressive collection of period antiques and family heirlooms. The home retains all of its original moldings, hardware mantels and fixtures This home has survived many powerful storms and is one of the few antebellum structures remaining on the Gulf Coast. In its early years the home served as a refuge from the City of New Orleans, during outbreaks of yellow fever. It later became a fashionable retreat for the wealthy when the Gulf Coast was known as America’s Riviera The grounds are beautifully landscaped and have a canopy of 28 live oaks. The home and its historic outbuilding provide a total of eight guest rooms and suites with every modem comfort Family and friends will be in period costumes throughout the afternoon. Refreshments will be served.
DIAMONDHEAD
Wednesday, April 1-10:00 am. to 4:00 p.m.' al Chairman: Margaret Williamson *	Hostesses:	Diamondhead	Garden	Club
1.	HEADQUARTERS, DIAMONDHEAD COMMUNITY CENTER. Note the beautiful landscaping by the Property Owner’s Association Ground's Maintenance Crew. Coffee, brochures and maps available. View the lovely flowers and arrangements of Diamondhead Garden Club members for their annual Standard Flower Show.
2.	DIAMONDHEAD COMMUNITY CHURCH & MEMORIAL GARDENS, 5301 Diamondhead Circle. THE SANCTUARY was completed in December 1991. It is surrounded on three sides by glass and decorated in nuances of green and blue. The natural wood ceiling climbs toward a windowed cupola that splashes the center of the room in natural light. THE MEMORIAL GARDEN: A winding brick and cement walk bordered with Lirope leads
from the rear parking lot through the garden. A plaque in honor of Marjorie R. Lange, acknowledging the inspiration for the garden, is the floor between two benches. Thirty nine-garden "Founders" are recognized by a plaque located adjacent to the entry walkway. Among the plants enhancing the garden are a sweet olive tree, dwarf magnolias, Leland cypress trees, plum delight Chinese fringe flowers, forsythia, Vanhoutte Spirea, white flowering dogwoods, spathicilium, numerous varieties of azaleas and camellias. Day lilies encircle the three large oak trees. Many of these lovely shrubs were donated by members and friends of the congregation.
3.	HOME OF MRS. PATRICE DONAHUE, #7 Wilderness Run. This has been added to the pilgrimage to show the wide range of housing available in Diamondhead. A two bedroom, two bath cottage in The Oaks, it is the smallest of the Diamondhead offerings. The 1,020 square feet has provided cozy comfort for the owner since 1993. At the time of purchase, owner enclosed carport, and a small deck area was added to the back. Those who entered The Oaks will find a charming oasis of common back yards, cul-de-sacs, and serene landscapes. The lawns are maintained by The Oaks Property Owners Association, as are the common areas. A dedicated Board of Directors decorates the entrance at holidays and takes responsibility for the park.
4.	HOME OF COLONEL AND MRS. CHUCK INGRAHAM, USMC (RET.). 7437 Mahalo Hui Drive. This open floor plan home was completed in 1996 by Jones Builders. It was designed by the owners to take advantage of the view of the Cardinal Golf Course; the focus of the 17 glass doors/windows facing north brings the outdoors into the home. The house features an open living area which includes the kitchen, breakfast and family rooms. Additionally, the covered lanai adds depth to the open feeling which is enhanced by the 10 foot ceilings throughout. Decor includes a “panda bedroom” featuring a Japanese wedding Kimono. Other furniture, paintings and rugs recount the 30 years the Ingrahams spent traveling and collecting throughout the United States and the Far East.
5.	HOME OF MR. AND MRS. LEN KR1CK, 9616 Kini Place. “Lakeview”, the distinctive 5,400 square foot, single level contemporary Mediterranean home with a panoramic view if Twin Lake, was built in 1992. The dramatic exterior features bold relief effects, triple-board fascia, tiered privacy walls, divided-light windows with elliptical transoms, and a lushly landscaped walkway, which leads to the glass entry way with 17 foot ceiling. The open interior features an 86 foot free span with 12 and 14 foot ceilings, rounded comers, mirrored display niches, and marble window sills. The gourmet kitchen overlooks a skylighted family room, which features a unique 22 foot media wall. The elevated dining room has an inlaid hardwood floor and reverse trey ceiling. The home is decorated with original contemporary artwork and pottery silk plants and a map of North America, drawn in 1641.
6.	GARDENS OF JIM AND DIANNA ISRAEL, 96456 Diamondhead Drive West. The eastern side of this one acre property contains a canopy of pines and oaks providing shade to over


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