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HISTORIC BILOXI
DIAMONDHEAD
24.	BILOXI SCHOONERS - “GLENN L. SWETMAN” AND “MIKE SEKUL”
Pt. Cadet Marina, Hwy. 90, Biloxi, MS Hours: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm • Monday, March 29th Hosts: Schooner Captains and Crew
Tour on the the famous 65’ two-masted Biloxi Schooners, reminiscent of the boats that harvested the seafood along the Gulf Coast in the late 1800’s-early 1900’s. While on board, do not miss the demonstration by the Captains and the crew on how to peel boiled shrimp. If encouraged, no doubt you can share in the delectable. Hosts: Schooner Captains and crew.
GULF HILLS - OCEAN SPRINGS
25.	GULF HILLS HOTEL
13701 Paso Road, Ocean Springs, MS Hours: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm • Tuesday, March 30th Hostesses: Gulf Hills Garden Club and Volunteers Chairman: Deb Seidel
A new Pilgrimage activity, The Southern Artisan Market Pin-: -has been added this year. Local artist and craft persons will exhihi*. demonstrate and sell their unique designs and creations.
Southern ladies in antebellum gowns will welcome and ' guests - great photo opportunity. Refreshments will be served.
A Southern Tea and Fashion Show will be held at 11 am again at 3 pm with world-famous fashions and one-ol——■■ garments made by international designers. The tea and fashuin models will be parading throughout the hotel. Advance reserv - -■ -are required for the Southern Tea and Fashion Show with ?' donation. Seating will be limited. For tea reservations and ■“ >-■-information, please call 228-875-7981, Deborah Seidel, or mail (v*' your check to: 6015 Monticilla Circle, Ocean Springs, MS 39564. Make checks payable to M.G.C.C.G.C. (Mississippi Gulf Coast Council of Garden Clubs, Inc.).
26.	HEADQUARTERS, DIAMONDHEAD COMMUNITY CENTER
5300 Diamondhead Circle, Diamondhead, MS Hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm • Wednesday, March 31st
Hostesses: Diamondhead Garden Club Chairman: Margery Dieball & Mary Anne Ballard
Stop here to pick up your map of the tour and enjoy refreshments. Before leaving, notice the atrium landscaping that was designed by Diamondhead Garden Club and is maintained by the Property Owners Association.
27. HOME OF BARBARA & GERRY GILBERT
7439 leUe Circle, Diamondhead, MS Hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm • Wednesday, March 31st
A touch of old New Orleans welcomes you to this new home in its woodsy setting. The open floor plan and numerous windows create a warm and inviting home. Barbara enjoys “antiquing” and is especially proud of her “find” of an antique French country armoire. The Gilberts have used family mementos and unusual collectables in decorating their home.
28. HOME OF PAT & EVELYN DeSTEFANO
759 Tumberry, Diamondhead, MS Hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm • Wednesday, March 31st
Soaring twenty foot ceilings add a touch of drama to this Glen Eagle home. This spacious home combines old world elegance with the comfort and convenience of a modern setting. Evelyn’s decorating talent clearly enhances each room. From the secret hideaway for the grandchildren to the billiards room, there is definitely something for everyone. Evelyn describes her home as an eclectic blend of the old and the new. The DeStefanos’ collections and antiques are beautifully utilized throughout the home.
29. HOME OF RON & JUDY RECH
792 Ewa Court, Diamondhead, MS Hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm • Wednesday, March 31st
This two-year old home was designed by Judy to take advantage of the golf course view. Large windows make the outdoors a significant part of the interior design. Wall niches and cabinets display a large Lladro collection. The home’s Southwest influence reflects the Rechs’ years spent in Arizona. In addition, you don’t want to miss “Ron’s House” off the breezeway.
30.	HOME OF PAT McLEOD
690 Apuwai Place, Diamondhead, MS Hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm • Wednesday, March 31st
One of the McLeods’ goals in planning a retirement home was to blend functionality with ease of maintenance. Antiques combined with modern pieces create an interesting home further enhanced by


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