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Safford House Museum

Posted by Jeff Stolbom in Family, Florida, Historical, Museum, Tarpon Springs, Things To Do | 0 comments

Safford House Museum

One of Tarpon Springs’ best kept secrets is the 1883 Safford House Museum. Visiting the home of one of the city’s original developers is a journey back in time.The Safford House has been restored to its original Victorian splendor and is open to the public. Today the Safford residence is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is owned and operated by the City of Tarpon Springs as a museum.

The house is a fine example of late 19th century Florida vernacular architecture and is filled with period furnishings and original family possessions that bring the Safford family to life. A visit offers the opportunity to get acquainted with the family and to experience Florida life more than 100 years ago.

The late 1800s, when Anson P.K. Safford and his family resided in Tarpon Springs, was an era of gracious living without the pressures of modern society. Touring their house takes visitors back to that restful time and place. From the charming porch swing to the large inviting dining room, the house is filled with pleasant spaces where friends and family gathered for meals and social events.

The Safford House is located in the historic district off Grand Boulevard at 23 Parkin Court. It was donated to the City of Tarpon Springs in 1994. The extensive restoration was funded by the State of Florida, Division of Historical Resources and the City of Tarpon Springs. Furnishings were provided in part by a Save America’s Treasures grant, and donations by local residents.

Hours and Location of  Safford House Museum

Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM to 3 PM. Admission is $3 to tour the House; children accompanied by adults are free. Cultural Treasures members are admitted free to tour the house. Please call 727-937-1130 for further information or to schedule a tour, or email. Special events are scheduled during the year, such as the annual Victorian Candlelight Christmas Tour.

Directions to Safford House Museum

The House is located at 23 Parkin Court off Grand Blvd. in Tarpon Springs, Florida, 34689. From U.S. 19 take Tarpon Avenue west to the end of the street (1 mile); Make a right on Spring Boulevard. At the stop sign, proceed straight through the intersection. Make a left on Parkin Court (two blocks north). Go to the end of the street. See map.

Parking

Parking is free in the lot next to the House.

Photo and text courtesy of TarponArts.org

Event Promotes Shop Local

Posted by Jeff Stolbom in Amusement, Craft Beer, Dining, Downtown District, Events, Florida, Food, Shopping, Tarpon Springs, Things To Do, Wine | 0 comments

29.04.16

Join the Tarpon Springs Merchants Association on the first Friday of every month for our First Friday Event! FIRST FRIDAY

The event is held in the Downtown District of Tarpon Springs on E. Tarpon Avenue, Hibiscus Street and Safford from 6pm-10pm on the first Friday of every month (excluding January and December). There will be live music, vendors, food concessions, beer, wine and a different theme each month.

May 6th, 2016 is Latin Night!

Love handmade? We have 100 vendors selling everything from soaps...

handmade event textiles...

handmade accessory event

handcrafted food...

handcrafted food event

 kettle corn, wood work...you name it! All handmade by our community's talented artisans and artists.

The Tarpon Springs Merchants Association supports the "Shop Local" initiative. There are many people who supplement their income by vending at festivals and markets like ours. For some, it is a hobby that they hope will one day be a full-time venture. Your support and encouragement can help launch the business of their dreams. Before you click the 'Buy It Now" button online, why not see what our local community has to offer? All of our downtown businesses support and carry local art, jewelry, accessories, and many other items. If we don't make a concerted effort to support local, it won't be long before all we have is big box discount stores. How boring would that be?

Many of the local boutiques and galleries have extended hours on the evening of the event. This is a great way to discover the eclectic art galleries, antique stores, boutiques, home decor, furniture & gift stores that Downtown Tarpon Springs has to offer.

eclectic boutiques and galleries event

Prefer to dine in? The downtown district has award-winning burgers and craft beer at our taverns, breweries and sports bars...

award winning burgers event

Fine dining, from Modern American to Greek...

modern American dining event

Bistros...

European style bistro event

Craft pizza...

craft pizza event

Bakeries...

fresh baked goods event

with mouth-watering pie...

homemade pie event

and strong coffee : )

photo-by Drew Coffman Bring the kids and enjoy Replay Amusement Museum which houses the largest collection of classic arcade and pinball machines in the Southeast!

Concerned about parking? No worries! Park in the Splash Park parking lot at 508 Live Oak Street and we will bus you to the event. The bus will run from 5pm-10:30pm.

If you are interested in being a vendor please email tarponspringsflorida@gmail.com and an application will be emailed to you. A 10’x10′ booth space is only $20, (additional fee of $15 for electric). This is a great way to promote your business or product and direct people to your Etsy or online store.

We hope to see you at this fun monthly event!