The 2012 ASHS Annual Conference

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ART DECO DISTRICT TOUR Date: Wednesday August 1, 2012 From 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Price: $49 ART DECO DISTRICT TOUR South Beach has the largest Art Deco district in America with buildings being restored every day. During the post- Depression industrial boom of the late 1930's and early 1940's, Miami Beach became home to an architectural rage called "streamlined modern". These geometric, artsy buildings popped up on every corner and were soon the neighborhood's mainstay. These days, the Art Deco district is experiencing a grand revival. Known simply as "South Beach", this Oceanside necklace of pastel-coated buildings, alfresco cafes and palm-tree-studded sidewalks has become very popular with the international jet setters, fashion models, celebrities, locals and tourists alike. It is "the" place to see and be seen in South Florida. Once in the Art Deco district, a certified guide will lead guests on an interesting and informative ninety-minute walking tour. In addition to a stroll past the late, Gianni Versace's villa on Ocean Drive, guests will observe the outside design elements of various hotels and even walk into some of the hotel lobbies and secluded courtyards. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Deco-age arts and architecture, examine historic preservation efforts and experience the excitement of this trendy area. The Art Deco District is America's only 20th Century historic district listed in the US National Register of Historic Places. Following the architectural tour, some time is allotted for guests to enjoy a sidewalk cafe at their own.