In a single summer day, visit six exquisite homes that capture the essence of Long Beach Island and its renowned architects and architecture. The highly anticipated, widely celebrated, long-held tradition has returned.

The 57th Long Beach Island Foundation Seashore House Tour is Wednesday, Aug. 2, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the north end of the Island, from Barnegat Light to North Beach. The event happens rain or shine. Consider carpooling and touring the homes in a random order, organizers suggest, as lines can stack up if everyone views the homes sequentially.

Tickets are $50 in advance or $55 on tour day. They can be purchased at lbifoundation.org or at the LBI Foundation of…