On May 22 from noon to 5 pm, owners of outstanding private homes in Newton open their doors and welcome the public inside for the Newton House Tour. Now in its 34^th year, the much-anticipated annual tour showcases a selection of styles. The variety reflects the rich architectural heritage in Newton as well as creative ideas for interior design, restoration and renovation. Tickets for the tour, $35 per person and $30 for Historic Newton members, raise funds for Historic Newton. Order tickets online athistoricnewton.org, or by calling (617) 796-1450.

The 2016 tour features two Victorians, each updated and decorated in a different way. One of the oldest properties on the tour, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, dates back to 1866. At the other extreme is a new home built for aging in place. In all, the tour includes seven properties.

To kick off the House Tour, Historic Newton hosts a Preview Party on Saturday, May 21. Attendees enjoy hors d’oeuvres, fine wines and a slide show of the homes featured on this year’s tour. Preview party tickets begin at $125 per person.

Historic Newton’s mission is to inspire discovery and engagement by illuminating our community’s stories within the context of American history. A public-private partnership with the City of Newton, Historic Newton operates the Jackson Homestead and Museum and the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds, and sponsors many public and educational programs. Learn more at www.historicnewton.org.

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