ABOUT THE TOUR

The Arapaho Heights Home Tour was founded by Matt Giese and Nikki Barringer, two architecture-obsessed, ACM parents who like to overcommit.

Their logic was sound, though. Arapaho Heights is a hidden gem. We have some of the most impressive homes in the city.

Why not use those amazing homes to show off our neighborhood while directly benefitting our school? Solid plan, right? Supporting public schools has always been important, but right now, it’s extra important. The money raised on the home tour helps cover budgetary gaps and directly benefits ACM students, teachers and staff.

Want to know more? Keep scrolling.

WHEN IS THE TOUR?

Saturday, October 19th from 10AM to 5PM and Sunday, October 20th from Noon to 5PM

REMIND ME WHERE THE MONEY GOES?

All the proceeds from the tour go directly to the Arapaho Classical Magnet Elementary School PTA to support the award-winning principal, teachers, staff and students at ACM.

WHERE IS IT AT?

Arapaho Heights, Richardson, TX; Arapaho Heights extends from Coit Road to West Shore Drive (West to East), Arapaho and Belt Line (North to South).

WHERE EXACTLY ARE THE HOMES THOUGH?

Here are the addresses:

  • 504 Saint Lukes

  • 303 Waterview

  • 108 West Shore

  • 604 West Shore

  • 200 West Shore

  • 1218 Glen Cove (this one is a few blocks north of Arapaho)

WHERE SHOULD I START AND HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?

The Tour is 100% self-guided. You can start at any house. Most people spend about 10-20 minutes in each house so with walking time between homes, the full tour can be completed in around two to three hours.

IS IT REALLY WALKABLE? AND DO I HAVE TO WALK?

It is walkable. Five of the six houses can be covered with little over one mile of walking; one home is across Arapaho in the Reservation neighborhood, about a full mile away from the closest of the five other homes.

You do not have to walk though. Please keep in mind, however, there is A LOT of road working happening on West Shore where three of the homes are located. Please avoid trying to park on West Shore itself.

DO I NEED TO BRING MY TICKET?

Please have your ticket/confirmation email on your phone or printed out with you. However, we will have a docent at the front of each home with a list of all guests who have purchased tickets. The docent will check your name off and provide you with a sticker you will wear for the remainder of the tour. You will not have to check in at each home after the first one as long as you are wearing your sticker.

 CAN SOMEONE PURCHASE A TICKET THE DAY OF THE TOUR?

Yes! Simply use the ticket link at ahhometour.com, complete the purchase process, and show the docent your confirmation message. A sticker will then be provided, and you’re all set.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

As little as possible! Feel free to bring a water bottle but we ask that you leave it outside before entering the homes. Please do not bring food inside the homes either.

ARE KIDS ALLOWED?

Children under the age of 16 must always be accompanied by an adult. Children six and under must hold the hand of an adult at all times. Parents will also be strongly encouraged to keep a close eye on all children.

WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW?

  • You must wear disposable booties in each home. You’ll receive a pair at the first home you enter. Please reuse them throughout the tour

  • Do not use the restroom in the homes

  • Do not open any doors that are closed or enter any area that as noted as “Do Not Enter”

  • Please listen to the docents in each home – they will be wearing blue tour shirts

  • Have fun! Thanks for your interest and we look forward to seeing you!