GLOUCESTER/MATHEWS HISTORIC GARDEN WEEK HOUSE AND GARDEN TOUR

Nestled along the East River leading to the Mobjack and Chesapeake Bays, Mathews was voted one of the "Coolest Small Towns in America" due to its quaint historic downtown that offers shopping, dining, art galleries and charming B&Bs. Reflecting this maritime heritage, all the homes on tour are situated on the pristine waters of the East River. Visitors will tour four historic properties near each other and downtown including an elegant home surrounded by expansive gardens built by a shellfish tycoon and classic 19th Century sea-captains’ homes.

Advance and Day-of-Tour Tickets: $45 pp. 200 tickets sold online for each of the morning and afternoon tours at VAGardenWeek.org. The tour is expected to sell out. Any remaining tickets available day of tour at headquarters. Tickets not available at homes.