Hearthside - The House That Love Built

ENJOY THE SPLENDOR OF A VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS AT HEARTHSIDE ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 AND SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11

Hearthside’s magnificent beauty truly shines at Christmas time when the entire house is dressed in the finest holiday decorations. Upon entering the first floor foyer, visitors will be greeted by hosts and hostesses dressed in Victorian finery as they are invited to stroll through all 10 lavishly decorated rooms. This trip back in time to a Christmas long ago includes beautifully appointed Christmas trees with delicate ornaments, gaily decorated mantels, a dining room elegantly appointed with gilded décor, garlands adorning staircases and doorways, and brightly colored poinsettia plants throughout.

This year, Hearthside will open its doors for a self-guided tour on Sunday, December 4 th as part of the Town of Lincoln’s Annual Festival of Lights celebration from 1:00-7:00 p.m.

To recall the treasured elegance of Christmas in days of yesteryear, join us for a unique evening for “A Christmas Carol Celebration,” on Sunday, December 11 th. Between 4:00-8:00 p.m., guests will be invited to spend a leisurely evening in the warm ambience of candlelight, being entertained by Victorian carolers, and toasting to the holiday season with traditional hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and a Wassail bowl. Guides in period dress will provide interpretive tours throughout the elaborately decorated mansion.

In collaboration with Hearthside for this event, the Blackstone River Theatre is adding another component so guests may continue this old-fashioned Christmas merriment. Just 5 minutes away at 549 Broad Street in Cumberland, the Blackstone River Theatre is offering a Fezziwig Party with roving musicians, period dancing to live music by The Alleged Ceili Band, cold hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. The Fezziwig Party takes place between 5:00-9:00 p.m. Guests may participate in the festivities, or simply sit back and be entertained. While Victorian dress is encouraged to add to the theme of the event, it is not required.

Tickets for the Christmas Carol Celebration at Hearthside are $12 each, and the Fezziwig Party tickets are $15 each, or a combination ticket for the entire evening at Hearthside and the Blackstone River Theatre are $25 each. Tickets may be purchased by calling Hearthside at 726-0597, or the Blackstone River Theatre (www.riverfolk.org) at 725-9272.

Don’t miss this unique way to celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas in the Blackstone Valley!

Click here for photos from last year’s event.

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