Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes

Always good… this past year there was a shortage of homes but Ive been doing the tour for 5 years now. Beautiful homes and good people.

If I had any doubt about how much I love my neighborhood, my experience tonight on the Candlelight Tour of Homes solidified that I absolutely adore Grant Park.
2009 marked the 29^th anniversary of the tour of homes, which is always held the second weekend in December. For $ 12 you get admission to eight beautiful homes from a variety of eras and styles that typify the diverse architecture of the area.
My personal favorites were a beautifully restored 1910 Transitional Craftsmen bungalow (complete with a chicken coops in the backyard!) and a 1905 Queen Anne Victorian with an original hardwood staircase. But all the homes were completely stunning, expertly decorated, and softly lit with candles. A few owners even provided baked goods and hot cider, which proved a welcome handwarmer while strolling through the evening’s misty rain.
All the volunteers manning the houses were incredibly friendly, the owners of all the properties were incredibly gracious (and one couple even dressed in period clothing!), and a general feeling of goodwill and Christmas cheer seemed to accompany all the visitors. The Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes is truly a holiday attraction that is not to be missed. I already can’t wait till next year!