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in vault. There is also a large display of photographs of buildings and people during the last 100 years.
4.	HOME OF ELDON AND JO-ANN MUMME, 504 Nicholson Ave., Waveland, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. This fascinating 1880’s house, purchased by Eldon and Jo-Ann Mumme in 1989, was once part of the Com-issary of the Ulman Woolen Mills, which was separated into four individual houses following the closing of the mill. The house offers eight spacious rooms filled with antique toys, dolls, quilts and furniture of the period.
5.	HOME OF DR. L. J. WEINBERG, JR., located on Lower Bay Road, one mile south of Hwy. 90. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Built by the owner, this West Indies style home imparts a feeling of old world charm.
The house took seven years to complete. Recycled beams, flooring, hardware and old bricks were carefully cleaned and refinished. The house was constructed with close attention to every detail, plus the	»
antique furnishings give the feeling of a plantation home of a bygone
era. Situated on 20 acres of landscaped grounds with azaleas, magnolias and sasanquas. The 1,200 foot drive, which affords much privacy and seclusion, has a double row of live oaks planted in 1963 - hence, the	*
name “Little Oaks Plantation”.
For Bed & Breakfast reservations call: BAY TOWN INN, 208 North
Beach Blvd., Bay St. Louis, 800-467-8-INN or 601-466-5870.
DIAMONDHEAD Pilgrimage Chairman: Mrs. Clement J. Acker Wednesday, March 24 - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hostesses: Diamondhead Garden Club
1.	THE DIAMONDHEAD COMMUNITY CENTER - Your first stop before visiting this year’s homes and gardens. Maps will be available. While here stay to view the Standard Flower Show staged by the Diamondhead Garden Club. The theme of the show is “By the Sea”. View the innovative ways that the garden club members have interpreted this theme in flowers.
2.	DIAMONDHEAD COMMUNITY CHURCH, 5301 Diamondhead Circle. The Diamondhead Community Church, [Presbyterian Church (USA)], was designed by Fred Wagner. The new building with a total seating capacity of 290 was first used for worship in January 1992. The seating was arranged so that the congregation could encircle the pulpit in a 180° arc. The design provides a feeling of close perspective. You are never more than a few pews from the minister. The building is surrounded on three sides by glass and decorated in nuances of green and blue. The natural wood ceiling climbs toward a windowed cupola that splashes the center of the room in natural light. No matter where you sit, the unobstructed view makes you feel as though you have found a place among the oaks to be at peace and listen.
3.	DIAMONDHEAD COUNTRY CLUB - A special Dutch Treat luncheon buffet will be served at the Country Club from 11 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Reservations are NOT required.
4.	THE GARDENS OF RAY AND DORIS HOPE, 7810 Loa Place. The owners and developers of these gardens have produced both an attraction and a haven for many species of birds, including special plantings for Hummingbirds. A profusion of plants greets visitors including native Mississippi plants such as Lobelia Cardinalis, Coral Honeysuckle, many varieties of Salvia, ferns, and tropical plants, as well as expected plants like Azalea, Camellia, Periwinkle, and Liriope-just to name a few. Of special interest are raised beds strategically placed and a miniature cascading waterfall and pond, all blending into a garden that is wonderful to visit. The garden will be featured in a book by Neal Oedenwald, due for release this fall.
5.	HOME OF TOM AND SALLY McCORMICK, 7629 Fairway Drive. This traditional home was designed by Tom with open casual living in mind. It has pickeled cabinets and woodwork throughout, with a
custom made cherry entertainment center in the great room. It is decorated in shades of teal and mauve with wallpaper used throughout. The master bath features a stained glass window. The home is furnished with family antiques and pictures.
PASS CHRISTIAN Pilgrimage Chairman: Mrs. Harry Bowes Thursday, March 25 - 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hostesses: ftss Christian Garden Club
1.	HANCOCK BANK CIVIC CENTER, 257 East Scenic Drive. This Greek revival structure occupies the site of the former historic Nelson Hotel. Coffee and doughnuts will be served from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Pilgrimage brochures and maps available.
2.	THE OLD TOWN LIBRARY, 221 East Scenic Drive, open 10:00 a.m. Opened in 1893, the library is celebrating it’s 100th birthday this year. It is the second oldest library in the United States. The library contains many first editions and records from the local Garden Club. It was visited by Pres. Woodrow Wilson while he was vacationing at the Dixie White House in the winter of 1913-14.
3.	HOME OF MR. NICHOLAS G. AUGUSTUS, IV, 319 East Scenic Drive, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This 1875 seaside cottage was constructed for F. W. Bielenberg, a prominent businessman in the early days of Pass Christian. Of interest is the iron fencing dating back to the time of the Mexican Gulf Hotel which stood nearby to the west. Purchased in 1990 by Mr. Augustus and subsequently restored, the home retains such original features as heart of pine flooring, cypress doors, and back to back fireplaces. It has been furnished in keeping with the mid-Victorian era. A large area added to the north end of the house in 1978 includes a palladian-wind solarium and writer’s study. The side courtyard contains architectural artifacts dating to 1849 from the now-demolished St. Charles Hotel in New Orleans. Miss Adele Bielenberg, granddaughter of R. W. Bielenberg will be one of the hostesses.
4.	HOME OF MR. AND MRS. JAMES B. NORRIS, 4574 Robin Lane, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Located in the Leawood Subdivision this home was built in 1983. The home is brick and beautifully landscaped. It is furnished with family antiques and portraits of two Mississippi pre-Civil V&r Governors. Gov. Mayfield Tucker 1842, was the first Governor to live in the mansion in Jackson. Governor William McWillie in 1856, is the other portrait. An antique Sheraton drop leaf table was made into a formal table for 12. Its width is oversize. Portraits of four of the owners grandchildren, painted by New Orleans artist Lisete Moore Meyer, are on the wall. A Chinese Chop Plate sits on the Hep-plewhite sideboard. The Library features wildlife prints by Slone. In the guest bedroom are a pair of beds given to Mrs. Norris by New Orleans actress Margaret Williams. In the master bedroom there is a lovely English Mans Chest and a desk that belonged to Mrs. Norris’ great grandfather. It was originally a wash stand. Many of the mirrors throughout the house are in antique picture frames.
5.	HOME OF DR. AND MRS. WILLIAM CLEMENT, 919 East Scenic Drive, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The coastal colonial style home was completed in 1986. It stands on part of the property on which stood the Old Grey Castle Hotel, which was dismantled after Hurricane Camille. The yard has some older oaks, camellias and crape myrtles which were originally on the property. The house is furnished with antiques and family pieces including a Chippendale loveseat, a burled-yew chest, under an English looking glass. A Chippendale cabinet holds a collection of shore birds carved and colored by Dr. Clement. A George I secretary, a Scottish tall clock and an Irish Sutherland drop leaf table complete the living room. There is an oak table and mantle clock from Mrs. Clement’s grandparents home. The octagon shaped family room is paneled in re-run pine taken from an old warehouse in Louisiana.


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