Come Along on a Groovy Magical History Tour

Villagers Turn Back the Clock to the 1960s with a Magical History Tour in celebration of their 60th anniversary. On Saturday, April 18, history buffs and hip guests have the option to attend the tour or party, or combine the two and do the whole shebang.

All festivities will begin and end at the 100-year-old Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd in Coral Gables. Bus tour check in begins at 3:30 PM, for the 2.5-hour trip showcasing Villagers’ historic preservation success stories. The Villager member-led tour will travel between 30+ sites, with at least one stop along the way. From 6:30-8:30, party-goers will groove to live 60s tunes and nibble elevated retro treats. Guests can score some special surprises and far-out finds at the silent and live auctions.

In keeping with the anniversary theme, tickets are just $60 for each portion of this adult-only event (that’s $120 for the whole scene).
Proceeds support local historic preservation.
Co-chairs Gina Guilford, Kelley Schild, Sweet Pea Ellman and Lilian Walby lead the 60th Anniversary Committee with members Christian Armstrong, Julia Frow, Jane Holguin, Bonnie Hutton, Joanne Meagher, Lilian Walby, Jeanine Watkin, and Ann Ryan.

“We stopped the clock on our treasured sites being destroyed – starting in 1966, said Gina Guilford. It’s time to take a breath and celebrate the history we’ve been able to help protect.”

TICKETS
Tickets may be purchased in advance through April 17, 2026.
No ticket sales day of event.
Bus Tour Only: $60 ea. – VERY LIMITED SEATING, PURCHASE EARLY!
60's Party Only: $60 ea.
To attend the bus tour and party, purchase a ticket to each.
CHECK-IN
Coral Gables Congregational Church
3010 De Soto Blvd., Coral Gables, FL
Bus Tour Check-in: 3:30 pm
Bus tour cannot accommodate wheelchairs and walkers.
60's Party Check-in: 6:15 pm
NEED TO KNOW
Adults only.
Non-smoking event.
There are no refunds.
Commercial photography is not allowed.
Show-off Your Flower-Power - 60's attire welcome!
ABOUT THE VILLAGERS
For 60 years, The Villagers have been a leading force in local historic preservation. The organization has awarded more than 275 grants to over 90 organizations, including the Douglas Entrance, Coral Gables Congregational Church, Miracle Theatre, Biltmore Hotel, Warner House, Gesu Church, Kampong, Vizcaya, Black Police Precinct, Merrick House, Miami River Inn, Dade County Courthouse, Scottish Rite Temple, Old Miami High, Pinewood Cemetery, Barnacle, and Doc Thomas House.
Through restoration, education, advocacy, and fundraising, The Villagers safeguard the cultural and architectural heritage that shapes the Miami-Dade communities. .
The Villagers, Inc. is not responsible for any liability, damages or costs that may arise from participation in this event, from participating in activity involved and from any consequence involved in participation including travel to and from the event.

Info: Check in for the bus tour at 3:30 at Coral Gables Congregational church where the bus tour begins and ends. Tour time is approximately two hours.

Info: Check in for the party at 6:15 pm, ocated at Coral Gables Congregational Church,

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