Mediterranean Gardens + Sylvania Dells Architecture Tour 2026
Thanks to everyone who joined us for our 2nd annual Mediterranean Gardens + Sylvania Dells Architecture Tour. Mid-Century enthusiasts from across North Texas joined neighbors as we discussed architecture, architects, design, and much more. We are grateful to our neighbors who opened their homes and yards, and who shared their preservation stories.
Photo: Bruce Home, Architect Emil A Fretz Jr., 1955, Mediterranean Gardens - Highland Meadows Preservation Foundation
Mediterranean Gardens + Sylvania Dells Architecture Tour
Modernism and Mimosas
Explore the Homes, the Architects, and the Hidden History!
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Guided Tour Begins at 10:00 AM / South Mediterranean Circle and Mediterranean Drive.
Parking available at 10801 E Northwest Hwy / corner of Mediterranean Drive and Northwest Highway.
Join us for our 2nd annual guided walking tour of Mediterranean Gardens + Sylvania Dells. Learn more about this pioneering mid-century residential community, the neighborhood’s distinctive homes crafted by visionary architects, and the individuals who commissioned the homes.
Enjoy a close up look at a few distinctive homes and sip mimosas as you soak up the history of Mediterranean Gardens + Sylvania Dells.
Tickets are $20 per person and benefit Highland Meadows Preservation Foundation.
Highland Meadows Preservation Award 2026
Congratulations to Jeff and Stacy Keller (McDonald Home, Architect William Krisel, 1958 Mediterranean Gardens), who are the recipient of the 2026 Highland Meadows Preservation Award.
The sold out event, complete with live jazz music by Julian Sutherland and craft cocktails, was held on Sunday May 3rd.
Read more about Highland Meadows Preservation Award recipients at Preservation Award
Highland Meadows Preservation Award 2026
Sunday May 3, 2026 / 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Location Available With Ticket
Space is limited to 50 people. Contribute today to RSVP.
Celebrate National Preservation Month, join neighbors and architecture enthusiasts for our annual Preservation Award. Enjoy craft cocktails, hors-d’oeuvres, and live jazz music by Julian Sutherland.
Proceeds benefit Highland Meadows Preservation Foundation and support preservation, conservation, and beautification within our neighborhood.
The Highland Meadows Neighborhood Association Preservation Award honors noteworthy efforts by individuals to preserve, restore, or maintain the unique architectural heritage of our neighborhood.
Space is limited. Purchase tickets today.