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2.	BAY ST. LOUIS LITTLE THEATER, 301 Boardman Avenue, Bay St. Louis. The Bay St. Louis Little Theater has been delighting audiences since it was founded in 1946. Housed in a building which were two barracks from the Gulfport Seabee Base, the barracks were barged to the present site in 1948. Of interest are the theater seats, which were purchased from the once-famous Palace Theatre in New Orleans. Members will lead tours to explain what goes on backstage covering the lighting, sound, make-up and costume areas. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
3.	THE HOME AND COURTYARD OF MIKE AND MARSH SCHMIDT, 540 Main Street, Bay St. Louis. This home boasts a rich regional history having been constructed by a renown local contractor and member of the Labat family. Originally built as a three-room shotgun c. 1897, the Schmidts purchased the home and began the laborious task to renovate and restore the home, striving to maintain its historical integrity. To accomplish this, the Schmidts used salvaged architectural materials including stained glass windows from Hammond, Louisiana; seventy-five-year-old French doors, and much more. Throughout the original part of the house, the walls and ceilings feature beaded board painted historical colors. It is said that during Prohibition, the kitchen was equipped with a producing moonshine still brewing one of the best local brews. The New Orleans style courtyard at the rear of the home features bricks from a 1920's Gulfport factory, an Art Nouveau bronze statue retrofitted as a fountain and old roofing slates brought in from atop an old New Orleans home. The Schmidt's were also able to acquire the wooden brackets, railings and ball finials from the Bay St. Louis building on Blaize Avenue where the movie "This Property Was Condemned" was filmed. This home has been meticulously restored and refined. Hours: 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
4.	THE COTTAGE AND GARDENS OF ELIZABETH KAY HARRIS, 543 Main Street, Bay St. Louis. This Acadian Cottage built c. 1880 is on the National Register of Historic Places. Ms. Harris, who purchased the home in 1995, says according to local legends, the cottage and its twin, which is adjacent to it, were built by brothers and are structurally identical, featuring twelve-foot beaded board ceilings, plastered walls and hardwood floors. For Ms. Harris it is the "feel" of the house that she loves and describes it as one of "strength and endurance." Ms. Harris will have on display her extensive collection of miniature animal wood carvings by the New Mexican artist, Jorge Lovato. She said it balances out her youthful collection of small plastic cartoon animals. Her artistic collection also includes numerous drawings by Gulf Coast artist, Steve Shepard. Greeting visitors is the front wildflower gardens. It attracts a variety of birds, butterflies, and "thanks" from daily passers-by. The back of the property extends 200 feet and is
filled with a forest of oak trees, wild blueberry bushes and hickory trees. Ms. Harris used the edge concept for planting, relying on small native trees and shrubs as a transition between the home's lawn and backyard forest. Over 30 native plants pay tribute to this historic home site. Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
5.	THE HANCOCK COUNTY HISTORICALSOCIETY AT THE KATE LOBRANO HOUSE, 108 Cue Street, Bay St. Louis. Charles Gray, Historian, invites you to stop by for refreshments. Tour maps and brochures available. The heirs of the late Kate Lobrano donated this turn of the century home to the Historical Society. Mr. Gray and society members maintain a small library and museum. Of special interest are the hundreds of photos capturing coastal homes through the years with an historic overview showing the sites before and after Hurricane Camille. Hours: 10:00 a.m.
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6.	VIEWS FROM THE FRONT PORCH OF PAUL AND STELLA LAVIOLETTE, 665 North Beach Boulevard, Waveland. This talented Waveland couple will share the picturesque view that has inspired several of their books about the Mississippi Gulf Coast and Sound inspired by the view from their porch, gazebo, and gardens. Last year Paul completed his third book, "Where the Blue Herons Dance" and he will share the unique experiences and observations recounted in this latest book. Stella has written a cookbook, "Blueberry Peaches, Red Robin Pie." Her colorfully illustrated book captures many of the delicious recipes that she is widely known for and that Paul talks about in his book. Hours: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
7.	THE HOME OF BERNARD AND ROSEMARY MIGLIORE, 109 Mollere Drive, Waveland. This enchanting Colonial-style home features an attractive collection of local artwork. In the open living room hangs a handcrafted mobile by Toni Trapani, owner of the famous Bay St. Louis eatery, Trapani's Eatery. His creative use of driftwood, combined with his love of fishing are visible in his work. You will also see works in oil and watercolor by artists Mary Herrin, Ann Kearney, Paula Lori and Karin Bose. On display in the kitchen/sunroom is an exquisite metal fish designed by the mayor of Covington, Louisiana, who is renown for his artistic works. The Migliores have preserved the memory of their attractive country-style residence by commissioning a watercolor print of their home painted by Bay St. Louis artist, Jackie Warrington. Visitors will enjoy Rosemary's creative talent for combining works of art in her day-to-day surroundings. Hours: 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.