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2007 Tour of Historic Homes and Gardens
On September 9 we conducted our 2007 Home and Garden Tour to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Upper Arlington Company Attendees were able to discover the charm of Upper Arlington by walking through the first floors of five historically significant homes in the Historic District.
Included on the tour were the homes Upper Arlington founders Ben and King Thompson built for themselves, which have rarely been open to the public. Three additional Historic District homes were open where the owners seamlessly blend early elegance and new style, with spectacular results. Unique art was placed in the gardens through a partnership with the Cultural Arts Commission and Friends of the Arts.
As a bonus, there was a docent from the Ohio Preservation Office at the Richards House, formerly known as the dam keeper's house at Griggs Reservoir, on Riverside Drive, who told people about one of the oldest homes in Franklin County.
Following are photos of the houses which were on the tour.
1919 Cambridge Blvd.
Built by Ben Thompson
Never before open for tours
1930 Cambridge Blvd.
Built by King Thompson
Lovingly restored vintage garden
2240 Tewksbury Road
Carved linen-press in dining room
1771 Roxbury Road
Charming Country Tudor Revival
Preserved original features
1763 Upper Chelsea Road
One of the first 7 homes built in UA
Outdoor living at its best
The Richards House
3255 Riverside Drive
Built almost 200 years ago.
Recently saved from the wrecking ball.
Updated 9/07
Upper Arlington Historical Society
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Upper Arlington, Ohio 43212
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