Thank You for Attending the 52nd Candlelight Tour

Dear Friends,

On behalf of the Society for the Preservation of Historic Oakwood, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who attended our annual Candlelight Tour. The event, held on December 9th and 10th, was a tremendous success, and your presence made it truly special. We had over 2000 guests Saturday and over 1000 guests braved the weather on Sunday.

Your enthusiasm, support, and appreciation for our community's rich history and architectural heritage inspire us to continue our mission and preserve this treasured neighborhood.

Our dedicated volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure that the Candlelight Tour was a memorable experience for all who attended. Each of the hundreds of volunteers played an integral role in making this event possible especially our tour chairs Jake and Parker. We extend our sincerest thanks to these individuals for their unwavering commitment and hard work.

We would also like to express our gratitude to the homeowners who graciously opened their doors to the public, allowing us to showcase the exquisite craftsmanship and period details that make Oakwood such a unique destination. Your generosity and willingness to share your homes truly epitomize the spirit of community that is at the heart of Historic Oakwood.

Additionally, we would like to recognize the local businesses and individual sponsors who generously supported the Candlelight Tour. You can view a full list HERE.

Finally, we want to thank all of our tour attendees for your ongoing support of the Society for the Preservation of Historic Oakwood. Whether you are a resident of Oakwood, a lover of history, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of our community, your presence at the Candlelight Tour confirms the importance of our work. Your participation in this event serves as a reminder that our collective effort to preserve and celebrate our historic district is not in vain.

Once again, thank you for being a part of the Candlelight Tour. We are immensely grateful for your support and look forward to continued endeavors to preserve and protect the heritage of Historic Oakwood.

 
 

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Have you bought your tickets yet? We hope you can join us again this holiday season for another amazing tour in support of the Society for the Preservation of Historic Oakwood.

Tickets to the 52nd annual Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour® are available now. Save $5 per ticket with our advance purchase rate and even more for groups of 10 or more. Advance rate tickets are available through November 9th or while supplies last. Don’t miss your chance to attend this great holiday tradition.

2023 TOUR DATES
Saturday, December 9th
or Sunday, December 10th.

Sponsor The Tour

The 52nd Annual Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour® will be held on December 9th and 10th, 2023. As you may know, the tour is the primary funding source for the SPHO with over 3500 guests touring the historic homes of Oakwood. Your generous support helps defray the costs of producing the tour and allows you the opportunity to show your support of historic preservation and community.

The SPHO continues its efforts to preserve and protect the historic district and is actively trying to purchase a vacant parcel or parcels to rescue historic structures in the city. This is a herculean task but one that the SPHO has done successfully in the past. Your support will go a long way in making this goal happen.

A newer tradition of tour sponsorship will continue this year, the sponsor-only reception. This year, it will be held on December 2nd at the home of Ray Stephens and Rex Michael in Oakwood. Sponsors also will receive tickets to the tour and other events. Please see the reverse of the form enclosed for a full list of sponsor levels available and their corresponding thank you gifts. Please review and consider making a generous donation to the SPHO. There are some great individual/family and corporate packages available. We offer the convenience of making your contribution online via credit card at historicoakwood.org/sponsor or you may donate by check using the printable form.

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10/2/2023: Tickets to the 52nd Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour® are selling briskly. Get yours before we sell out. Discounted advance rate tickets are available now through November 9th! BUY NOW