Holiday Candlelight Tours
2023-12-09 18:00 - 2023-12-16 21:00 (America/New_York) | WDS Museum, 211 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT, 06109
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST. THIS PROGRAM IS SOLD OUT.
Experience three centuries of Christmas in our historic houses, beautifully lit by candlelight, on Saturday, December 9, and Saturday, December 16. Delight in a charming array of holiday decor spanning the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries, including Christmas trees, greenery, handmade treasures, antique toys, and enchanting period ornaments, and discover how the roots of modern family traditions have grown over hundreds of years.
This nostalgic journey into holidays past will begin at The Silas Deane House, where New Year’s Day was the primary celebration in the 18th century. At the Joseph Webb House, learn how holiday decor and Christmas festivities began to develop into the 19th century. A cozy, traditional New England family Christmas in the 1840s will be on display in the Isaac Stevens House.
The Museum Gift Shop will also be open both evenings. Shop a wide array of fabulous holiday treasures, including books, ornaments, candles, children’s toys, handcrafted treasures, and hostess gifts.
Tours will be held at 6, 7, and 8 p.m. Groups are limited to 12. Tours include walking and stair climbing. NSCDA-CT and Museum Members: $25 / General Public: $30. Don’t delay, as tickets are sure to sell out! Pre-registration is required. Tickets for this event are non-refundable.
