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Phillippi Estate Park Farmhouse
Project DescriptionPhillippi Estate Park, located at 5500 S. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, is a 60-acre park that showcases the historic Edson Keith Mansion and Farmhouse. Plans for the Edson Keith Farmhouse include its restoration and use as an interpretive center featuring both temporary and permanent exhibits. History
Edson Keith constructed the Phillippi Estate Farmhouse in 1916, where he resided during the mansion's construction. Upon completion, the Keith family moved into the mansion, repurposing the farmhouse as accommodation for farmworkers and domestic staff. The property's second owner, Mae Hansen Prodie, a doll company proprietor from Chicago, leased the farmhouse to guests seeking a country experience in Sarasota. After Prodie's passing, Sarasota County purchased the estate in a referendum in 1986 for 5.2 million. 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
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Funded by: Surtax 3 Friends for Sarasota County Parks of Phillippi Estate Park State of Florida Historical Grant |
Design by: Hall Darling Design Studio PA |
Contractors: Tandem Construction |
Updates:
April 30, 2025
The Phillippi Estate Farmhouse restoration is complete! On April 4, 2025, PRNR celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Discover the fascinating history behind this incredible project below.
March 31, 2025
Parks is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the newly renovated Farmhouse! Join us for the Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Wednesday, April 2, at 1 pm. Discover the amazing artifacts and experience the charm of the Farmhouse like never before!
January 31, 2025
We're almost there! All painting, fixtures, and trim are 99% complete. The new accessible ramp is nearly finished, just waiting on the top railing. Exterior siding and porches are getting a fresh look. Plus, sod will be installed in the surrounding landscape in the next couple of weeks!
December 31, 2024
The drywall and plaster work is done, and painting and trim work has begun. The accessible ramp is almost finished and we're right on track for the final completion of restoring a beautiful historical building.
November 30,2024
The drywall and plaster work have been completed, and the painting and trim work are currently in progress. Additionally, the construction of the accessible ramp is nearing completion, with the project expected to be finished soon.
October 31, 2024
Hurricane Milton made landfall in Sarasota County on October 9, 2024, causing significant damage. Cleanup is ongoing, and work on the Farmhouse continues.
Electrical and mechanical work is fully completed. Drywall and plaster are in progress. Accessible ramp, sidewalk, and parking are also underway.
September 30, 2024
Plumbing is complete. Electrical and mechanical work is 95% done. Walls will be re-plastered once the electrical permit is received. Original heart pine floors have been patched and sanded. Parking lot work is ongoing. Crew is starting to board up the Farmhouse for Hurricane Milton's arrival.
July 31, 2024
Tandem Construction has been granted the contract and given the green light to proceed. A design proposed by Hall Darling Design Studio PA has been approved. The refurbishment process has kicked off with the dismantling of old trims and doors. The renovation of certain sections has also commenced and mechanical and electrical systems continue to be updated.
May 31, 2024
Contract for Tandem Construction will go before the Board County Commissioners on June 4, 2024. Project to commence in June 2024.