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  • Sunday, October 21, 2:00 pm – Frederic Church’s Olana on the Hudson: Art, Landscape, and Architecture

    As the leader of the acclaimed Hudson River School, Frederic Church made his name as a painter of large and enduring landscapes throughout the mid-1800s. His talents can be seen throughout the interior and landscapes of his property Olana, located in the heart of the Hudson River Valley. On Sunday, October 21 at 2 pm, join Larry Lederman, photographer of historical and important building interiors and landscapes as he discusses his newest book. Explore the stunning 250-acre estate through Larry’s images, including panoramic and aerial views, sunsets, and detail shots. A book signing will follow. The lecture is part of the 22nd Annual Boston International Fine Art Show taking place October 18 – 21 at the Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts. The event is free with admission to the show. For more information visit http://www.fineartboston.com/special-programs

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  • Sunday, April 9, 2:00 pm – 3:00 PM – Floral Diplomacy at the White House

    Fusco and Four are thrilled to invite you to meet a special guest on Sunday, April 9 at the AD20/21 Art & Design Show at the Cyclorama, Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street in Boston: Laura Dowling, chief floral designer to the Obama White House for 6 years. Her flower arranging demonstration, program and book signing of her newly-released book Floral Diplomacy at the White House is a not-to-be-missed event.

    In addition we will have complimentary color consultations from Farrow & Ball and the U.S. Postal Service dedication of the new Oscar de la Renta stamps.

    It all adds up to a colorful Sunday afternoon at Boston’s favorite spring art & design show, AD20/21! For all of the details of the program and the show, visit www.AD2021.com

    Seating is limited and we expect this event to be sold out.  Garden Club members and their guests are invited to reserve their seats in advance.  The $15 ticket includes a reserved seat, admission to show, complimentary catalog, and coat check, Reserve today at www.AD2021Floral.EventBrite.com

  • Saturday, June 18, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – South End Garden Tour

    Located in the country’s largest district of surviving brick Victorian row houses, this year’s South End Garden Tour will once again include rooftop terrace gardens with city views, private backyard and front yard gardens, community gardens, and neighborhood parks.

    This year’s tour (Saturday, June 18, 10 – 4, rain or shine) encompasses gardens located within the Columbus Avenue, Tremont Street, Berkeley Street and West Newton Street area of the South End. The tour will begin at the Boston Center for the Arts Plaza at the corner of Clarendon and Tremont Street. Advance tickets are $24 for Trustees of Reservations members, $30 for nonmembers and $28 for Trustees members, $35 for nonmembers on the day of the Tour.  Register online at www.thetrustees.org or call 617-542-7696, x 2122.

  • Saturday, October 19, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – South End House Tour: Back to Our Roots

    Tomorrow is the day of the 45th Annual South End House Tour, hosted by The South End Historical Society.  The tour will take place from 10 – 5, rain or shine. Day of tour tickets may be purchased for $30 in the theater lobby of the Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street, and at Roundeau-Tierney Real Estate, 69 Appleton Street.  For complete information visit www.southendhistoricalsociety.org, or call 617-536-4445.  All House Tour attendees gain free admission to the Ellis Boston Antiques Show.

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  • Saturday, October 20, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – South End House Tour

    The South End Historical Society will hold the forty-fourth annual South End House Tour, Private Homes and Public Spaces, on Saturday, October 20th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. First organized in 1967, the South End House Tour enjoys the distinction of being the oldest continually offered tour of its kind in Boston and features an inside look at restored and renovated private homes in the largest Victorian rowhouse district in the United States. This year’s tour also allows participants the opportunity to be among the last people to view the interior of one of the South End’s most historically significant churches in its original state before it is converted into condominiums.

    The Tour is a perennial favorite of anyone interested in home design, architecture, restoration, history, or preservation. Participants are given a guidebook that includes descriptions of the private homes and a map so that they can design a tour at their own pace. From a sleek and contemporary reinterpretation of a rowhouse to a family-friendly, traditional Victorian home, each of the featured spaces presents a different South End story—and history. “The best part about the House Tour is that each year we see something different and learn something new about the South End”, said Hope Shannon, Executive Director. “One of the most important aspects of the House Tour is to remind people that the neighborhood has seen a long and varied past. History did not start and stop with the Victorian era in the South End.”

    The Tour was first organized by the South End Historical Society (SEHS) in 1967 to draw attention to the architectural significance of the neighborhood, to inspire others to take on the difficult task of restoring rowhouses, and to advocate for the preservation of this unique urban area. “The House Tour is a great way to celebrate the South End,” says Ms. Shannon. “Whether you delight in seeing fine historic architectural details, are seeking design inspiration, or simply want to get a glimpse of beautiful private South End interiors—there is truly something for everyone on this tour.”

    The SEHS was founded in 1966 to preserve the architectural fabric of this unique urban neighborhood. In 1973 their efforts resulted in the South End being placed on the National Register of Historic Places and ultimately its designation as a Boston Landmark District in 1983. Today, the annual House Tour is just one of the ways the SEHS raises funds to continue neighborhood research and advocacy for preservation of the South End’s historic buildings, monuments, and public spaces.

    Tickets for the Tour are $25 in advance and are available at www.southendhistoricalsociety.org or by calling 617-536-4445. Tickets will also be available on the day of the Tour for $30 each at the Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street and at Rondeau-Tierney Real Estate, 69 Appleton Street.

    For more information, please contact Hope Shannon at admin@southendhistoricalsociety.org or 617-536-4445.

  • Friday, December 9 – Sunday, December 11 – CRAFTBOSTON Holiday 2011

    CRAFTBOSTON Holiday is New England’s premiere exhibition and sale of contemporary craft. Craftboston showcases one-of-a-kind and limited-edition pieces in baskets, ceramics, decorative fiber, clothing, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper and wood. CRAFTBOSTON Holiday includes 90 artists and is located at the Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts in Boston’s historic South End, 539 Tremont Street.  CRAFTBOSTON is produced by The Society of Arts and Crafts. Incorporated in 1897, SAC has been at the forefront of the American craft movement fostering the development, sales, recognition and education of craft for over 100 years.
    Hours are Friday and Saturday, 10 – 7, and Sunday, 11 – 5.  General Admission: $15, Seniors $13, SAC Members $12, children under 12 free.  Visit www.craftboston.org for complete information.  You may also be interested in attending the Preview Party on Thursday, December 8, from 6 – 9.  $50 ticket includes hors d’oeuvre and drinks, music, exclusive holiday shopping, and weekend admission to the show.  Call 617-266-1810.

  • Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Taste of the South End

    The AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts will hold the Taste of the South End on Tuesday, March 8, at the Boston Center for the Arts Cyclorama Building, 539 Tremont Street in Boston, featuring unlimited sampling of the South End’s finest fare, wine, beer and cocktails, raffle prizes and silent auction, plus live cooking demonstrations with renowned chefs.  A VIP room sponsored by Boston Magazine will feature gift bags and special cocktails, plus early entry to the Grand Tasting.  Buy tickets at www.aac.org/taste.  $95 per ticket, $150 per VIP ticket.

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  • Thursday, November 19, 6:00 – 9:00 pm – The Taste of Sustainable Food

    EcoLogic will hold its Annual Benefit on Thursday, November 19, from 6 – 9 pm, at the Boston Center for the Arts, Carol Dean Rehearsal Hall, 539 Tremont Street in Boston.  Come discover how EcoLogic is promoting environmentally-friendly agriculture and making a positive difference for rural farmers in Central America. Plus, experience the taste of New England as local chefs present delectable dishes made with sustainably-grown ingredients.  You will be joined by Frances Moore Lappé, author of Diet for a Small Planet, as well as one of EcoLogic’s field staff, who will speak about how our work with agroforestry is helping both the environment and poor farmers.  Admission: $50 ($40 for non-profit staff) www.ecologic.org/greenag.

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  • Saturday, October 17, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – 41st Annual South End House Tour

    The South End Historical Society (SEHS) presents its 41st Annual South End House Tour on Saturday, October 17, from 10 – 5.  This self-guided tour of private homes and public spaces begins at the Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street, where you pick up your tickets and guidebook.  Tickets are $25 each, and may be purchased on line at www.southendhistoricalsociety.org.  For more information, call 617-536-4445, or email admin@southendhistoricalsociety.org.

    The South End Historical Society  is a group of interested citizens that recognizes the unique architectural and cultural history of the South End of Boston. Through the efforts of the society, the South End has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the largest Victorian brick rowhouse district in the United States.

    During its first thirty years, the SEHS has worked continuously to retain the Victorian integrity of the South End and reintroduce the greater Boston area to the South End with its annual House Tour as well as numerous historical programs and events. The SEHS also encourages research, conservation, and education to protect and promote interest in our local historic buildings, monuments, and sites.

    The South End Historical Society is one of the primary contributors to the preservation of the South End and a supporter of its ongoing revitalization.

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