Victorian Home Tour time is coming to Coldwater, Michigan. The classy painted ladies of history are opening their doors to visitors. The Branch County Historical Society is busy completing the many plans to make this Home Tour the best ever.
December 5, 2009 is the date of this grand occasion. Dressed in Victorian Christmas splendor the jewels of Coldwater offer a warm invitation. The owners of these homes offer a one-time-look at their antique architecture. Other historic structures and businesses will add to the variety.
The Wing House Museum will be the springboard for the tour. The Museum itself is splendor personified. The Wing family possessions are displayed and there will be a decorated tree in every room. Live musicians will fill the rooms with Victorian carols. St. Nicholas will be handing out treats and will offer photo opportunities. An old-fashioned Wassail will also be at the Museum from Noon to 7:00 p.m. Ticket price is included in the Home Tour tickets price or Wassail only tickets are available.
Tickets are limited, so early purchase is recommended. Tickets would make a great Christmas gift or start a holiday tradition for your family and friends. The spirit of a Victorian Christmas is an experience that can be shared all. The proceeds from the home tour benefit the crown jewel of Coldwater homes, the Wing House Museum.
Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling (517) 278-2671 or (800) 968-9333. The Home Tour ticket prices are $15.00 for Adults and $10.00 for Childern (includes Wassail). Wassail only tickets are $5.00 each
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2009 Home Tour Properties
Coldwater Properties
- Wing House Museum, 27 S. Jefferson St. 7. Lakeland Bible Chapel, 122 S. Jefferson St.
- 188 W. Chicago St. 8. Elks Lodge, 47 Division St.
- Queen Anne, 208 W. Pearl St. 9. Craftsman Bungalow, 89 E. Pierce St.
- 219 W. Pearl St. 10. Stoagie’s Restaurant, 91 E. Chicago St.
- Tibbits Opera House, 14 S. Hanchett St. 11. Chicago Pike Inn & Spa, 215 E. Chicago St.
- Little River Railroad, 29 W. Park Avenue
Quincy Properties
12. Queen Anne, 35 W. Chicago St. 15. United Methodist Church, 32 W. Chicago St.
13. Queen Anne, 40 S. Main St. 16. Quincy Library, 11 N. Main St.
14. Craftsman Bungalow, 58 E. Chicago St.
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Little River Steam Train is running on December 5.
For more information about tickets go to www.Little RiverRailroad.com
Victorian Wassail
Annually on the first Saturday in December
December 4, 2010
December 3, 2011
The Wing House Museum will open it's doors on the first Saturday of December for their annual holiday Wassail. They will offer scrumptious desserts, coffee and tea to patrons for a nominal fee. This is an annual fundraiser for the Branch County Historical Society. The home is dressed for the festivities with a Christmas tree in every room. Make this a family tradition for your holidays.
A Wassail is a salutation toast to health made during festivities. |
