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costumes of royalty and other carnival memorabilia. Dogwood Garden Club will sponsor a standard flower show in the hotel.
6.	MISSISSIPPI MUSEUM OF ART - GULF COAST - Located in the Biloxi Cultural Center building between Lameuse St. and George Ohr St., bounded on the north by Jackson. Open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The only existing branch of the Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson (two more are on the drawing board), the Museum has three galleries. Featured for the Pilgrimage are pieces by Biloxi’s famed “Mad Potter”, George Ohr. Ohr (1857-1918), whose works are on permanent display in the Smithsonian, is rapidly becoming known as the “Father of American Pottery”.
7.	SAENGER THEATRE. Jan. 15, 1929, “The gala opening and dedication of the new Saenger Theatre! The GEM OF THE GULF COAST"... Back in 1928 Mrs. Norita Lopez Yerger planned for the building of this theatre on the property owned by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lazaro Lopez. In 1928 an agreement was reached with Saenger Theatres, Inc., whereby they would build a $150,000 building to house: “Shows, Vaudeville, and Moving Pictures”. When completed the Saenger had cost over $200,000; however, when the Saenger opened its doors in January 1929 it was the most modern theatre in the South. Sumptiously equipped, it was, indeed, the GEM OF THE GULF COAST. Tragedy struck on a Saturday night in November 1974 when an electrical transformer on the roof blew. It started a fire which seemed to presage the end of the magnificent Saenger. Its doors were closed! On January 10, 1975 ABC Theatres deeded it to the City of Biloxi. Under the leadership of Biloxi Mayor Jerry O’Keefe (1975) working with the Biloxi Bicentennial Commission, the Friends of the Saenger was formed to work and plan for the restoration. The Daily Herald, May 17, 1975.. “Another Curtain Call for the Saenger... .she’s back like a star waiting to come back. The last curtain has yet to fall on the landmark Biloxi Saenger.” In 1983 the old theatre was added to the National Register of Historic Places and became eligible for grant money. The City (with Mayor Blessey) approved additional funds to make the present restoration possible. At present, the theatre is one of Biloxi’s jewels. Stage plays, symphony concerts, operas and other events keep it filled to capacity.
For reservations call: French Connection - 388-6367, McElroy's Harbor House Seafood Restaurant - 435-5001, Mary Mahoney’s Old French
House - 374-0163, or Holiday Inn Coliseum - 388-3551.
BILOXI Pilgrimage Chairman - Mrs. Nina Schwartzman Hostesses: Biloxi Council of Garden Clubs, Acacia, Azalea, Bay Vista, Biloxi, Dogwood, Miramar, Oak Park Saturday, April 3 - 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
1.	THE WHITE-WINGED SCHOONER GLENN L. SWETMAN. 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. One of Biloxi’s recreations of an earlier era, it is designed with a shallow draft, broad beam and great sail area, for use in less than six feet of water carrying tremendous loads of seafood when flying back to Biloxi’s factories. During off-fishing seasons, great schooner races were an integral part of Biloxi life, with excitement and competition as keen as the greatest of today’s races. This ship is berthed at Slip 15, Point Cadet Marina, and it has reserved-a 2-'A slot of time for availability to “Pilgrims” who want this experience. Walk-on hours for the Swetman are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., when Capt. Clinton Bolton will lead your exploration of the vessel. See him for the short cruise information.
2.	HOME OF NEWTON AND GLADYS VEST, 173 Kenmore Avenue, Edgewater Park, near the Edgewater Mall. Shown from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. This home was built in 1981 when the Vests moved here from Virginia. The highlight of your visit here is Gladys’ collection of about
two hundred dolls which are beautifully displayed throughout with memorabilia from the childhood of the Vests and their three sons. The entrance hall, where a German bisque bride doll appears to have just descended the staircase in the background, is but the beginning. An “around-the-world” collection and the variety of both antique and modem dolls throughout the first floor and also two rooms on the second floor make this home a collector’s haven.
3.	TULLIS-TOLEDANO MANOR, East Beach Blvd. 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. The old kitchen will be included in the open house, with copies of yesteryear’s cookery available. Built by Christoval and Matilda Toledano, circa 1856, the rich detail entranceway and dormers enhanced one of Biloxi’s most striking early mansions. Owned by the City of Biloxi by purchase from the Tullis family after Hurricane Camille, the house has been restored and furnished in period furniture, and is operated in conjunction with the Tullis Board as an historical attraction. Tullis annually hosts the “Ethnic Trees of Christmas” and is part of the “Christmas on the Water” for Biloxi’s spectacular Christmas weekend. The spacious grounds still contain some of Biloxi’s legendary live oaks. Hostesses are members of the Acacia Garden Club.
TWILIGHT TIME AT THE OLD BRICK HOUSE Saturday, April 3 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
JEAN BAPTISTE CARQUOTTE HOUSE (OLD BRICK HOUSE) 622 Bayview (Take Lameuse Street North until it deadends at the Back Bay of Biloxi. Turn right onto Bayview Avenue and follow the arrows to the house.) The oldest brick house in Biloxi, built on a Spanish Land Grant site running from the Bay to the Front Beach confirmed in 1786 to Jean Baptiste Carquotte, is made of hand-made brick, probably from the brick-mill on the premises noted in a 1722 map. (also where many of the New Orleans’ French Quarter buildings obtained their brick). Rescued from oblivion by the Biloxi Council of Garden Clubs, formed to rehabilitate this Biloxi treasure, the house was deeded to the Garden Clubs in 1966. In 1989, the Garden Clubs deeded the house back to the city with protective reversionary clauses to insure its continued public usage. The Biloxi Garden Center, Inc., with the City, administers the usage. Don’t miss the TWILIGHT TIME CONCERT AT THE OLD BRICK HOUSE arranged for your listening pleasure this evening - one of a series of Spring-Summer concerts. By popular request, the Jazz Society Hall of Fame Musicians entertain you, accompanied by their equally famous Second Liners, whose ravishingly beautiful umbrellas are part of the act. Outdoor concert on the grounds - bring your own chairs, beach blankets, etc., if possible. A wine and cheese reception and the open house are hosted by members of the Biloxi Garden Center. Listed in the National Register.