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Five Christmases Tour at the Shriver House
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1 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Walk through the Shriver House with a tour guide in period attire to learn about Victorian Christmas traditions - why they cut branches from the Christmas tree, stealing kisses under the mistletoe, decorating with flags to show patriotism, talking to the animals at midnight, popular Christmas songs we still sign today. Oh, and Santa Clause, of course.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Three blocks south of Lincoln Square.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Shriver House Museum
George and Hettie Shriver moved into their new home just before Christmas in 1860. In anticipation of showing off their beautiful new home to family and friends, their house is fully decorated for a mid-19th century Christmas gathering. Guided tours of the Shrivers' home illustrates how Christmas was celebrated in the mid-19th century. The 4’ tall candle-laden Christmas tree sits in its place of honor on the parlor table as a fire roars in the fireplace of the handsome room decorated with holiday greenery. After hanging their stockings on the mantle, Sadie and Mollie set out clear toy candy and springerle cookies in anticipation of a visit from Santa Claus and his reindeer on that magical night. The smell of pine and popcorn fills the house bringing memories of Christmases past.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Shriver House Museum
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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