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Tour of Historic Mansions Planned in Bramwell

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BRAMWELL -

Bramwell will have its Spring Tour of Homes on May 12 in the Mercer County town's historic district. The community was once known as the home of multiple millionaires.

Bramwell's well-preserved historic houses remain beautiful with the original ornate woodwork, leaded and stained-glass windows, slate, copper and tile roofs, indoor swimming pools, ballrooms, fancy parlors, wide porches, turrets and gables, guest houses, dumbwaiters and even central vacuum-cleaning systems.

Step back in time on this self-guided tour of homes built by coal barons. Costumed interpreters will be in each home to greet and present the historical facts on the home to the visitors.

Tours begin at 2 p.m. from the Bramwell Presbyterian Church. Contact 304-248-8381 or 304-325-8438 for information.