What began as a one-woman effort by Henri Wright, Delaware '48, has evolved into a highly organized event, with written guidelines that spell out activities for various committee chairpersons, who change from year to year. It's profitable, too. Choosing houses for the tour is a fun job, says Gladys Helm, Delaware '41, who has anchored the project for several years. Committee members look for homes that are outstanding in some way-through the owners' collections, the structure's architecture or historic value or the landscaping of the grounds. A theme for each tour seems to naturally evolve as people agree to have their homes shown.
Organizers try to find two or three houses in one area for the convenience of tour-goers.
Co-chairing this year's committee with Haggarty will be Marge Cann, Delaware '54. Also active on the committee over the years is Bette Todd, a retired faculty member from the College of Human Resources.