Lido Shores Self-Guided Walking Tour

Tour Sarasota’s original midcentury modernist neighborhood, where the Sarasota School of Architecture began. Designer and developer Philip Hiss brought ideas from around the world, harnessing the burgeoning talent of those architects who became known as the Sarasota School, to create one of the most important experiments in modern residential modern living in the United States. You will be able to visit both iconic vintage homes, thoughtfully renovated originals, and contemporary examples of Sarasota’s innovative architectural legacy. Interior access to Paul Rudolph’s Umbrella House (1953) is included. Introductory remarks will be offered every 20 minutes and architectural experts will be on hand to interact with visitors.

Details:

1:00pm-5:00pm (check-in prior to 3:00pm)

Start at the Umbrella House, 1300 Westway Drive, Lido Shores

Introductory remarks at Umbrella House:

1:00-1:20pm, 1:30-1:50pm, 2:00-2:20pm, 2:30-2:50pm, 3:10-3:30pm, 3:30-3:50pm

Tickets:

Members: $75 (includes introductory remarks at Umbrella House)

Not-yet Members: $100 (includes introductory remarks at Umbrella House)

Note:

Architecture Sarasota is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Net proceeds from Sarasota MOD Weekend ticket sales help Architecture Sarasota meet its mission and goals.

All Sarastoa MOD Weekend tickets sales are non-refundable, non-transferable, and considered as donations if unused. No refund will be issued unless an event is canceled by the organizer.

Host or Publisher Architecture Sarasota