Imagine cool nights, warm fires, twinkling lights, and a cup of cocoa in hand. Candlelight Tour is set for Saturday and Sunday, December 12 & 13, 2015. Through entertainment, skits, and tours, families will hear the stories of Houston's past. Guests will tour decorated buildings, interact with historic characters, participate in children’s activities in Santa’s Workshop, and learn about Houston’s early residents, cultures, and customs. The Holiday Art Market will expand to include holiday themed items for your shopping enjoyment. Choirs and musicians will perform throughout the park. The Holiday Art Market opens at 4 p.m. each day and tours of the historic buildings begins at 5 p.m. For tickets, call 713-655-1912 or click below. Ticket prices increase at the gate to adults $15, seniors $12, students (6-18) $8, kids (5 & under are free). Parking available for $10 cash at Heritage Clay Street Garage, 1200 Bagby St. Enter garage at Clay St. Service animals only, please.
Calendar List of Events & Current Exhibits
Exhibit: Spanish Texas During the American Revolution Life and Legacy: 1775-1783
Exhibit: UH Latino cARTographies Interactive Board
AUGUST
History on Tap: William Rhodes Davis: His Life and Controversies Thursday, August 13, 6:30 PM
CW39 Houston History Special with Mister McKinney and Maggie Flecknoe Thursday, August 20, 10 AM
From Plantation to Emancipation Historic House Tour Saturday, August 22, 10 AM
SEPTEMBER
History on Tap: Camp Logan Riot Thursday, September 10, 6:30 PM
From Plantation to Emancipation Historic House Tour Saturday, September 12, 10 AM
Grand Opening of Spanish Texas During the American Revolution Life and Legacy: 1775-1783 Wednesday, September 16, 6 PM
Lunch and Learn: Hispanic Heritage Month with Dr. Gene Preuss Thursday, September 17, Noon
Free Family Admission to Spanish Texas During the American Revolution Exhibit following the Fiestas Patrias Parade on Saturday, September 19, 10 AM - 4 PM
From Plantation to Emancipation Historic House Tour Saturday, September 26, 10 AM
Girl Scout Badge Day Women’s History Saturday, September 26, 10 AM
Made Possible By: The Heritage Society’s exhibits, tours, events, and programs are funded in part by a grant from the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance. Funding for these grants has been provided by Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part of the federal ARP Act. Some of the exhibits and programs are also sponsored by Humanities Texas, the Summerlee Foundation and the Bybee Foundation.
