Palmer Woods 2024 Holiday Home Tour & Soirée

You are invited to celebrate the holiday season at the 2024 Palmer Woods Holiday Home Tour & Soirée, a spectacular tour of five fabulous homes plus the Soirée home, all festively decorated for the holiday season. This year, the Tour will focus on the enchanting Tudor Revival style, showcasing five exquisite Tudor Revival homes, each beautifully decorated for the holidays:

• A stately and elegant 1938 Tudor Revival designed by architect C. Howard Crane & Associates, featuring a brick, stone, and wood exterior, and which has been carefully updated while retaining numerous magnificent original features throughout (Lincolnshire Drive);

• A beautifully appointed 1923 Tudor Revival designed by the architectural firm of Verner, Wilhelm, and Molby, boasting numerous original features, three stories of living space, and an updated kitchen and master bedroom/bathroom (Lowell Drive);

• A gorgeous limestone and brick Tudor Revival, built in 1930 by the architect William H. Kuni, featuring the original mahogany library and stairway, decorative plaster throughout, and a vaulted dining room with murals, painted by the owner artist, depicting the history of Detroit (Afton Road);

• A stately 1930 limestone Tudor Revival, designed and constructed and designed by Richard Marr, the “Architect of Midwest Millionaires” which has been lovingly cared for by several generations of owners and retains much of its original character, such as beautifully plastered ceilings and pickled white oak wood trim (Gloucester Drive);

• A stunning 1923 estate designed by architect Clarence E. Day, which has been thoughtfully updated while preserving many of its exquisite original features, making it a perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern comfort (Suffolk Drive).

We are delighted to announce that this year's Soirée will be held at the prestigious Rose Estate in the Golf Club Subdivision—the former residence of Detroit icon, Aretha Franklin. This historic estate has been beautifully restored by its current owners, honoring its rich history and the musical legacy of its celebrated former occupant.

Soirée guests will have the exclusive opportunity to tour this extraordinary home, immersing themselves in its unique history. Throughout the evening, you'll be serenaded by live performances featuring an eclectic blend of jazz, holiday classics, and of course, songs made famous by the Queen of Soul herself. You will also indulge in a gourmet dining experience with a curated menu by a renowned local chef, offering an array of exquisite dishes, decadent desserts, and an abundant selection of fine beverages to lift your spirits and satisfy every palate.

• The tours are organized in timed shifts to help prevent crowding and provide a safer and more enjoyable experience.
• We will have door-to-door shuttles to each home from the off-site parking (across 7 Mile from Palmer Woods), where you can securely park your car.
• The number of attendees will be limited, so early ticket purchase is advised.
• Please plan for approximately two hours to view all five homes before joining the Soirée

You will receive an email the week prior to the event with updated directions where to park and how to travel to each home. Please note that you may be asked to remove or cover your shoes when you enter each home.

Questions? Contact [email protected] or (313) 744-2624‬. More information available at .

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