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When the Lutenbachers acquired the property extensive renovation was begun. The old termite infested kitchen had to be replaced and a wing added. Some of the original furniture remains. Mrs.Lutenbacher, granddaughter of Annie and William Kux calls it an "old farmhouse with a lot of happy memories," her friends call it "country elegant."
HISTORIC BILOXI DAY
Tuesday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Complimentary Trolley Available Visitors Center
Located on Highway 90 on Biloxi's Town Green, the Visitor’s Center is housed in the Brielmaier House. Built in 18957 the Brielmaier House is a treasure trove of tum-of-the-century detail. Tour maps, brochures, coffee and trolley service will be available. Additional parking and trolley service will be available on Howard Avenue under interstate 110.
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
DOWNTOWN WALKING TOUR
George E. Ohr Arts and Cultural Center Opened in 1994 the George E. Ohr Arts and Cultural Center celebrates Biloxi's own "Mad Potter." Galleries include the Pot-Ohr-E Gallery, housing a permanent collection of over 175 pots by George E. Ohr, the Lila Wallace Gallery, featuring local and regional exhibitions and the Jambalaya Gallery, showing works of local artists.
Magnolia Hotel
Built in 1847 by German immigrant John Hohn, the Magnolia Hotel is now home to Biloxi's Mardi Gras Museum. Come catch the Mardi Gras spirit!
Main Street Biloxi
Housed in the Red Caboose on the Rue Magnolia, members of Biloxi’s Main Street share with visitors the history of Biloxi and main Street’s plans for downtown revitalization.
Spanish lYail Books
Owners Mike and Pat Hutter tell the story of the transformation of this historic building into the lovely Spanish Trail Books. The present site of Spanish Trail Books dates back to as early as 1888 where Charles Redding was engaged in business. At the time Charles lived above the store. In October of 1894 fire broke out across the street over Swetmans Drug Store and burned much of the Vieux Marche area. Most of the Redding building was destroyed, but he immediately began rebuilding the present two story building, thought to be the oldest remaining edifice on View Marche. After his death in 1926 the building was rented to Edward Ouille as a drug store which remained for over 60 years. After 101 years in the same family, the building was sold by the Redding Estate to the present owners. Restoration of the building continues even now. The original 15 foot ceilings are now showing . Two of the iron columns decorated with omated and colorful capitals, also date from the late nineteenth century. The ceramic floor was added circa 1930. The present owners have added several things such as the spiral staircase and catwalk. There are two antique brass chandeliers that are not from the original building but are from the period (1895). Renovations continue today to preserve the Vieux Marches heritage.
Saenger Theater Lights, camera, action! Come join the Friends of the Saenger as this beautiful theater is filled with music and song. Home to vaudeville and early motion pictures when built in 1929, the Saenger Theater was the most modem theater in the South. Over the years changes were made to the theater to keep up with modem luxuries such as air conditioning. Ceilings were lowered and acoustical material replaced the original walls to better serve the new sound systems of the time. One Saturday night in November of 1974 a fire started when an electrical transformer blew on the roof. The doors closed until ABC Theater who owned the Saenger deeded the building to the City of Biloxi. Under the leadership of Mayor Jerry O'Keefe and in collaboration with the Biloxi Bicentennial Commission, it was announced that the Saenger would be restored as a Center for the Performing Arts. Friends of the Saenger was organized and plans were made for restoration and fund raising of the building. The theater had the stage floors replaced in 1989. In 1991 a computerized lighting system was installed. All due to the efforts of the Friends of the Saenger. Restoring and improving is a continuing job.
The Church of the Nativity
Dedicated on September 8, 1902, this fine example of late Gothic Revival architecture was built to replace the 1870 church destroyed by fire. The exquisite stained glass windows from Germany were installed in 1906.
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
Situated on the eastern tip of the Biloxi peninsula, the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum is housed in a Spanish influenced structure built in 1934 as part of a U.S. Coast Guard Air Station. The museum traces the history of Biloxi from the time of the first Indian inhabitants through its growth as a popular antebellum resort and bustling seafood processing center.
Tiillis -Toledano Manor
This beautiful house was built in 1856 as a wedding present for Matilda Toledano by her husband Christoval. Tullis-Toledano Manor has been chosen as a historic preservation project in 1998 by the Louisiana Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers, including associations in Mississippi, Arkansas and Louisiana.
Dantzler House
Recently restored to its original beauty, the Dantzler House serves as headquarters for the Biloxi Tricentennial Commission. Stop in to leam more about the upcoming Tricentennial celebration and enjoy the stately beauty of this ca. 1849 mansion.
Biloxi Lighthouse
The Biloxi Lighthouse has been a major landmark of the Gulf Coast since it was erected in 1848. Brave souls can climb the 64 steps to the top for a breathtaking view of the coast.


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