Private homes and public spaces will throw open their doors to welcome visitors for some early holiday cheer and decor ideas.
An annual tradition for more than 60 years, the Newtown Historic Association’s Holiday Open House Tour will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.
“Now in its 62nd year, this tour gives visitors the opportunity to peek into several of Newtown’s unique private residences, all dressed for the holidays. Besides the private homes, there will be multiple public buildings open for visitors. All sites are within easy walking distance from the town center,” a Newtown Historic Association press release said.
Association members can buy tickets now for $30; non member tickets cost $35.
Advance tickets may be purchased at Newtown Book & Record Exchange, 102 South State Street (cash or check only). On the day of the event, tickets will cost $40 and may be purchased at Half-moon Inn, 105 Court Street and at the Stocking Works, 301 South State Street. Children 12 and under are free. The event is rain or shine.
The house tour ticket will allow entry into the Half-moon Inn, home to the Newtown Historic Association, where visitors can witness hearthside colonial cooking demonstrations accompanied by period musical entertainment, the press release said.
Complete tour information, along with specific homes and public buildings open on tour day is available here. High-heeled shoes are not permitted inside tour homes and photographs are not permitted.
For more information about the Newtown Historic Association visit its website.
