Get design ideas at DPVA Designers’ Show House

Annual fundraiser benefits Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra
The historic Walther Family Home in Kettering, built in 1926, was home of the George and Katie Walther family from 1932 until Katie's death in 1972. It was used as a corporate retreat for the Dayton Walther Corp. until it was sold in 1986. Randy Ragsdale/Staff

Credit: Randy Ragsdale/Staff

Credit: Randy Ragsdale/Staff

The historic Walther Family Home in Kettering, built in 1926, was home of the George and Katie Walther family from 1932 until Katie's death in 1972. It was used as a corporate retreat for the Dayton Walther Corp. until it was sold in 1986. Randy Ragsdale/Staff

The Dayton Philharmonic Volunteer Association today kicks off its 20th Designers’ Show House & Gardens tour.

Interior design and decor will be showcased through May 17 at the Walther Family Home in Kettering, built in 1926.

The historic home, predominantly in the Colonial Revival style, includes more than 23 design areas to be toured inside and outside.

Pre-sale tickets are $20 and are available at various locations including Dorothy Lane Market and all Dayton area Boston Stokers. Tickets are $25 each at the door.

The event is the largest fundraiser for DPVA, which supports the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and provides music programs, scholarships and more for location musicians.

HOW TO GO

What: The 20th Dayton Philharmonic Volunteers Association's Designers' Show House & Gardens

When: April 26-May 17. The home is open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on Mondays for special events and open Thursday evenings from 4 to 7 p.m.

Where: The Walther Family Home, West Kettering, with parking and shuttle service available.

Parking: Shuttle buses will run continuously to and from The NCR Country Club, 4435 Dogwood Trail (off Stroop Road), Kettering.

For more information: Visit the Dayton Philharmonic Volunteer Association website at www.dpva.org for ticket locations and for a listing of all special events.