Together we are saving Green Gables for future generations!
While preserving an historic riverfront "green space" from commercial development.
Upcoming Events!
Pictures with Santa Nov. 14th
Raffle - from A2Z House Painting Now til Dec. 23rd - Win your House Painted
Raffle - from A2Z House Painting Now til Dec. 23rd - Win your House Painted
Event includes photo with Santa, Cocoa, cookies and a Christmas craft. Reserve your spot now by calling Marion at 321-794-8901.
Raffle - from A2Z House Painting Now til Dec. 23rd - Win your House Painted
Raffle - from A2Z House Painting Now til Dec. 23rd - Win your House Painted
Raffle - from A2Z House Painting Now til Dec. 23rd - Win your House Painted
Click on the button below to purchase tickets through PayPal. Your tickets will be mailed to you. The date of the drawing will be announced.
Frameable Green Gables Calendar On Sale Now! All Original Art
Raffle - from A2Z House Painting Now til Dec. 23rd - Win your House Painted
Frameable Green Gables Calendar On Sale Now! All Original Art
Available at Open House Saturdays! Get your calendar while they last! Beautiful, frameable prints of our beloved Green Gables! Contact Marion at 321-794-8901. Also available for purchase at Meehan's in downtown Melbourne.
Nov 30th - 2nd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 30th - 2nd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Frameable Green Gables Calendar On Sale Now! All Original Art
Please join us for our second annual tree lighting celebration at Green Gables, on Tuesday November 30, 2021 from 6-8 pm.
The Viera Singers will perform and homemade holiday refreshments will be served. Tours of the house will be available for all guests as well.
This is a free event, but please RSVP to President Marion Pellicano –Ambrose at 321-794-8901
Or by email at marion.greengables@gmail.com
Before November 15, 2021.
Holiday Home Tours Begin Dec. 3rd
Nov 30th - 2nd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Holiday Home Tours Begin Dec. 3rd
Visit 8 historical homes in the month of December for one low price! Hurry limtied tickets sold. Please note: Green Gables will offer holiday tours on the half hour until it it closed for Christmas. More details to come. Tap image for more details.
Jeffrey Wands Psychic Jan. 21st
Nov 30th - 2nd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Holiday Home Tours Begin Dec. 3rd
Jeffrey will “read” the audience, hold a question and answer session and a book signing. Refreshments will be served. 50/50 raffle. This event is at the Fraternal Order of Police - 1049 Julia Dr. Melbourne from 6:45 - 9:45 All proceeds benefit Green Gables.
Jan. 15th Car show at Green Gables
Jan. 15th Car show at Green Gables
Jan. 15th Car show at Green Gables
Save the date. More details coming soon!
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There's much to see and enjoy here. So, please take a moment and tell us what you liked about visiting Green Gables.
Can't visit in person? Enjoy this!
A Virtual Tour
Explore the Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc. in 3D! This is a work in progress but the walk-through and most of the clickable media is up and running and ready to be explored! Thank You Mike McGowan of McGowan Matterport Services for this amazing technology!
DONATIONS FOR RESTORATION ARE STILL BEING ACCEPTED
Dear Friends of Green Gables:
The entire Board and all the dedicated volunteers at Green Gables wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all of you who have visited us both in person and on our website, and especially to all who have donated to help us apply for a $500K matching grant to purchase Green Gables once and for all.
Checks and donations to our Paypal and Go Fund Me are still being accepted for the renovation phase of restoring Green Gables. We will be announcing each project and will keep all of you informed of our steady progress,
I urge you to discover for yourself, the incredible outpour of generosity, support and love for Green Gables and the History, Heritage, Green Space and Community potential it represents. Every single donation, big or small, is so appreciated and shows that the community shares our vision for Green Gables as a treasured historic landmark and tremendous asset to our community! Thank you for all your help and support as we continue to work diligently to restore our beautiful Green Gables
Why is saving Green Gables so Important?
Green Gables is the historic home of the Wells family, one of the generous benefactors who played a key role in the development of the early Melbourne community. Their vision and their generosity gifted us with the first auditorium, the first library, the first high school, and Wells Park, all of which have been enjoyed by so many for several generations.
Riverfront Access
Green Gables is a historic site located on 1.15 acres of prime riverfront green space. Through the dedication of many volunteers, the grounds and home have already been enjoyed by thousands of visitors. Students have begun field trips to experience a hands-on living history education program. In just a few years, Green Gables has become a vibrant hub of activity for our community.
Will You Please Help Restore Green Gables?
The Wells family has provided our community with one final legacy - the homestead where this remarkable family lived and gave so generously to the Melbourne community.
We are now depending on our caring community and seeking available grants to restore the house to its original stature.
This will allow this treasure to continue to be a thriving center, a living educational experience, and a vibrant green space for generations to enjoy.
My Green Gables Experience
by Christian A. Thein
My first encounter with Green Gables was on a fieldtrip when I was in fifth grade. I love history, so attending this was an honor. Our teacher, Mrs. Ambrose was as excited as I was. We would make real soap and play games from the time when Green Gables was first built, in the 1800’s. We also would tour the house itself, seeing where the family would relax, sleep, eat, play, and host guests. (This is just an excerpt from his letter).
Read the Full Letter
DONATIONS ARE STILL BEING ACCEPTED
Be a Green Gables Hero! Your support and contributions will enable us to restore Green Gables.
