Many of city's fine old homes are open during annual Historical Pilgrimage, first weekend in May and Candlelight Tour first two weekends in Dec. Others, below, are private residences and are generally open at times listed; most are on National Register of Historic Places:
First Bed and Breakfast in Texas/Pride House - First bed and breakfast in state. This Victorian mansion features more than 30 original stained glass windows and 12-ft. tall ceilings. Elegantly furnished. Open for tours Fri. 3 - 5 p.m. For infor-mation and reservations, call 903/665-2675 or 800/894-3526. At 409 Broadway St.
House of the Seasons - Built in 1872, this is an example of the transition period between Greek Revival and Victorian architecture. Most interesting interior feature of the house is the dome containing beautiful frescoes. Each side of the cupola features a different color window panel illustrating the four seasons of the year, and those colors are reflected throughout the house. Tours daily at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. 903/665-8000. At 40 S. Alley St. Admission fee.