Premium Home Tour Ticket with Irvington History Presentation, Breakfast, and Bonus House!
Premium Home Tour Ticket with Irvington History Presentation, Breakfast, and Bonus House!
On Sunday, May 17, before the official start of the tour, join Irvington resident and vintage home restoration specialist John McCulloch for an engaging presentation on Irvington’s early history! Breakfast pastries, coffee, tea and juice are included.
The event takes place at McCulloch’s residence, the Giltner Mansion, and includes the opportunity for self-guided exploration of this beautiful historic home.
Following the presentation attendees can proceed directly to the six tour houses, skipping the ticketing line at the Irvington Club!
Special event timeline:
9:00 am - gather for breakfast pastries and beverages.
9:30 - 10:30 - presentation on Irvington neighborhood history.
10:30 - 11:00 - self-guided exploration of the Giltner Mansion
11:00 - Irvington Home Tour begins
All proceeds directly support the charitable giving efforts of the Irvington Community Association.
Space is limited to 50 tickets.
Please read the liability waiver and event rules below prior to purchasing your tickets.
Irvington Home Tour Participant Liability Waiver
By purchasing a ticket and attending this year’s home tour event, you and all members of your party agree to the following terms. This is for the protection of the homeowners who have so generously opened their homes for you to enjoy.
I / We (all members in my party) understand that the Irvington Home Tour and Irvington Community Association members, homeowners, and volunteers assume no legal liability associated with this event.
By attending this event, I / We (all members in my party) agree to hold the Irvington Home Tour and Irvington Community Association members, homeowners and volunteers harmless from any and all liability claims of any nature which may arise in connection with this event.
The full waiver is available to read here: irvingtonpdx.com/waiver
Moreover, I acknowledge that I and all members of my party have been given the opportunity to read the liability waiver in full.
Home Tour Etiquette
To ensure an enjoyable and safe experience for all, please follow these guidelines:
Admission is by ticket only, no exceptions.
Children under the age of 7 are not permitted inside homes – with the exception of infants carried in “front packs.”
No high-heeled shoes! Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Booties are provided and must be worn over shoes (not over socks or bare feet - no exceptions).
No opening of drawers, cabinets, or closets.
No handling of any household furnishings.
No smoking, eating, or drinking while on private property.
No photography or video cameras allowed inside homes.
No pets.
Do not use the restrooms in tour homes (restrooms are available in the Irvington Club).
What to Expect
The special morning event begins at 9:00 am. Details as to location to be provided. The six tour houses are open 11:00 to 5:00.
You will be given a printed program which serves as your map and entrance ticket to each home. Typically, the homes are located within relatively close proximity, so we encourage tour-goers to walk rather than drive, and enjoy the beautiful heritage trees and other historic homes along the way. Allocate at least 3 hours for touring all six houses.
The tour is self-guided and you may visit the homes in any order. Each home is staffed with volunteer docents who are knowledgeable about the home’s history and features, and will be happy to answer your questions.
These are century-old homes with many stairs, some of which may be steep and narrow! Please wear comfortable shoes (no pointed heels) and hold hand railings. When visiting the gardens, please stay on paths.
Lunch, snack, and drink options include two food trucks, a coffee cart, and the Hancock Street Preschool bake sale, all located at the Irvington Club, as well as the many restaurants along NE Broadway.
