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North Carolina's Crystal Coast Offers A Peel Into The Past At The Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour

June 8, 2006

EMERALD ISLE • ATLANTIC BEACH • MOREHEAD CITY • BEAUFORT • CAPE LOOKOUT, N.C. -- The 46th annual Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour gives visitors a glimpse of the historical setting of the quaint seaport village on the Crystal Coast -- North Carolina’s Southern Outer Banks -- June 23-24, 2006. In conjunction with the Old Homes Tour, the Antiques Show and Sale takes place on June 23, 24 & 25. A combination ticket for both events is $18 in advance. Tickets for the Homes Tour are $16 in advance and $20 the days of the event. The Antiques Show ticket is $5 in advance and $7 on the days of the show. With homes dating as far back as 200 years, the two-day event (running 10 a.m.-5 p.m.) highlights a range of antique venues from historic buildings and remarkable churches to glorious gardens and private homes.

Tour participants wander through the Old Homes & Gardens Tour exploring historic homes, gardens and public buildings throughout Beaufort, where each venue has its own diverse characteristic of detail and tradition. From the primitive federal style of the John C. Mason home dating back to 1825 displaying decorative faux finishes to the Morse House dating to 1771 and one of Beaufort oldest and most elegant private waterfront homes, tour goers set at no pace stroll along the streets of Beaufort where not only private homes and gardens are seen, but guides await guests in Beaufort’s Old Burying Ground sharing the wonderful stories ranging from the little girl buried in a keg of rum to the soldier buried standing up in his full uniform saluting England. Music, “Living History” demonstrations and tours of the town on a 1948 English Double Decker Bus all make the Old Homes Tour a special weekend.

After touring, attendees with more time on hand stay for the Antique Show & Sale, taking place at the Crystal Coast Civic Center during the tours through June 25, where a wide variety of fine collectables and antiques including Civil War memorabilia, 18th and 19th century American English pieces and even some 20th century collectables are offered at affordable prices. Tourists also have the option of embarking on a double-decker bus tour featuring the lively legends of Beaufort or relaxing at the Gourmet Tea Room with homemade desserts and beverages while bidders decide on purchasing from antique dealers.

For past-seekers looking for accommodations while splurging on the spirits and tastes at the festival, the Crystal Coast offers vacationers a variety of lodging options to suit every lifestyle and budget from seaside cottages and massive beach mansions to oceanfront hotel accommodations and coastal bed and breakfast suites.

Famous for 85-miles of shimmering beaches, crystalline blue water and lush maritime forests, North Carolina’s Crystal Coast along the Southern Outer Banks was designated as having “Clean and Healthy Beaches” by the Clean Beaches Council. The Crystal Coast is recognized among the best shipwreck diving destinations in the world by Scuba Diving magazine.

For more information on the Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour, call 800-786-6962 or visit www.beauforthistoricsite.org/default.htm.

To experience NORTH CAROLINA’S CRYSTAL COAST, call (800) 786-6962 or visit www.crystalcoastnc.org.
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Press Kit Attractions At-a-Glance Accommodations Dining Saltwater Activities Island Hopping Festivals Releases Resources Image Library Archives Search Contact News @lerts Consumer Website	Releases North Carolina's Crystal Coast Offers A Peel Into The Past At The Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour June 8, 2006 EMERALD ISLE • ATLANTIC BEACH • MOREHEAD CITY • BEAUFORT • CAPE LOOKOUT, N.C. -- The 46th annual Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour gives visitors a glimpse of the historical setting of the quaint seaport village on the Crystal Coast -- North Carolina’s Southern Outer Banks -- June 23-24, 2006. In conjunction with the Old Homes Tour, the Antiques Show and Sale takes place on June 23, 24 & 25. A combination ticket for both events is $18 in advance. Tickets for the Homes Tour are $16 in advance and $20 the days of the event. The Antiques Show ticket is $5 in advance and $7 on the days of the show. With homes dating as far back as 200 years, the two-day event (running 10 a.m.-5 p.m.) highlights a range of antique venues from historic buildings and remarkable churches to glorious gardens and private homes. Tour participants wander through the Old Homes & Gardens Tour exploring historic homes, gardens and public buildings throughout Beaufort, where each venue has its own diverse characteristic of detail and tradition. From the primitive federal style of the John C. Mason home dating back to 1825 displaying decorative faux finishes to the Morse House dating to 1771 and one of Beaufort oldest and most elegant private waterfront homes, tour goers set at no pace stroll along the streets of Beaufort where not only private homes and gardens are seen, but guides await guests in Beaufort’s Old Burying Ground sharing the wonderful stories ranging from the little girl buried in a keg of rum to the soldier buried standing up in his full uniform saluting England. Music, “Living History” demonstrations and tours of the town on a 1948 English Double Decker Bus all make the Old Homes Tour a special weekend. After touring, attendees with more time on hand stay for the Antique Show & Sale, taking place at the Crystal Coast Civic Center during the tours through June 25, where a wide variety of fine collectables and antiques including Civil War memorabilia, 18th and 19th century American English pieces and even some 20th century collectables are offered at affordable prices. Tourists also have the option of embarking on a double-decker bus tour featuring the lively legends of Beaufort or relaxing at the Gourmet Tea Room with homemade desserts and beverages while bidders decide on purchasing from antique dealers. For past-seekers looking for accommodations while splurging on the spirits and tastes at the festival, the Crystal Coast offers vacationers a variety of lodging options to suit every lifestyle and budget from seaside cottages and massive beach mansions to oceanfront hotel accommodations and coastal bed and breakfast suites. Famous for 85-miles of shimmering beaches, crystalline blue water and lush maritime forests, North Carolina’s Crystal Coast along the Southern Outer Banks was designated as having “Clean and Healthy Beaches” by the Clean Beaches Council. The Crystal Coast is recognized among the best shipwreck diving destinations in the world by Scuba Diving magazine. For more information on the Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour, call 800-786-6962 or visit www.beauforthistoricsite.org/default.htm. To experience NORTH CAROLINA’S CRYSTAL COAST, call (800) 786-6962 or visit www.crystalcoastnc.org. ### « Back to Releases
	Year 2010 For More Media Information Jamey Ivey The Zimmerman Agency (850) 668-2222 jivey@zimmerman.com