Get ready to be enchanted by the magic of the holiday season as you step back in time for the Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes. This beloved annual event celebrates its 42nd anniversary and will take place on back-to-back weekends: November 29th & 30th and December 6th & 7th, 2024.
This year's tour features a captivating blend of six private homes, meticulously decorated for the holidays, alongside five historic sites showcasing Madison's rich heritage. Discover a bonus site and indulge at three hospitality locations offering refreshments and restrooms.
Private Homes:
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Taylor Home (1014 W. Main Street)
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Bladen Home (625 W. 2nd Street)
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Ohlendorf Home (416 W. 2nd Street)
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Bellamy Home (409 E. 3rd Street)
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Hoffstadt-Chambers Home (521 W. Main Street)
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Richwood on the River (Across the Bridge: 1233 Highway 36, Milton, KY)
Bonus Site:
• Alcorn Sage, Swartz, Magrath Historic Law Office (1 W. 6th Street) Historic Sites:
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Madison Railroad Station (615 W. 1st Street)
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Lanier Mansion State Historic Site (601 W. 1st Street)
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Shrewsbury-Windle House (301 W. 1st Street)
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Masonic Schofield House (217 W. 2nd Street)
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Christ Episcopal Church (506 Mulberry Street)
Hospitality Sites:
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Olde Tyme Marketplace (801 W. Main St.)
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Lumber Mill Antique Mall (721 W. First St.)
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The Pearl Plate (214 E. Main St.)
Terri Suiter, Night’s home tour coordinator, shares her excitement: "This cherished Madison Christmas tradition offers residents a chance to showcase their homes and allows visitors a glimpse into the city's vibrant history. It's a truly magical experience for everyone."
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Plan Your Visit:
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Dates: November 29th & 30th and December 6th & 7th, 2024.
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Hours: Fridays 5-9 pm, Saturdays 3-9 pm.
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Tickets: Purchase online at www.NightsbeforeChristmas.com
o Advance tickets: $25 through October 31st, 2024.
o After: $35 for adults, $5 for children (ages 5-12).
o Online orders incur a handling fee per ticket. All tickets are WILL CALL: 601 W. 1st Street.-
Candlelit Tale Series: Follow @NightsbeforeChristmas on Facebook for a weekly series exploring the tour sites!
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NEW! Holly Jolly Trolley – Hop-on Hop-off Trolley rides around downtown Merry Madison. These trolley rides align with the same nights as the tour both weekends. Available to all. Stay tuned for more information at https://visitmadison.org/explore/tours/madisontrolley/
Indulge in the Great Cookie Caper!
A tradition during the home tour, the Great Cookie Caper returns this year at the Tour Headquarters (Visitors Center - 601 W. First St.). Enjoy a delectable assortment of homemade cookies and sweet treats, all baked with love by local bakers and for a good cause. All proceeds from the Cookie Caper will benefit the Jefferson County Southpaws 4-H Club. The Club is led by a dedicated team of volunteers for over 30 years, engages around 25 kids in activities such as dog therapy visits to nursing homes and libraries, and recently placed first in the Drill Team competition at the Indiana State Fair.
From its inception; the Cookie Caper in conjunction with the Nights tour has raised over $47,000. Past beneficiaries include Lide White Boy’s and Girl’s Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Habitat for Humanity, the Jefferson County Animal Shelter, the Sunshine Fund for Huntington’s Disease, the Jefferson County Youth Shelter, Salvation Army of Madison, SEI Voices for children, Ruth Haven, Girls’ Inc. of Jefferson County, Hargan Matthews Park and The Women’s Giving Circle. The Cookie Caper is on the same nights as the tour, both weekends, Fridays 4-7pm and Saturdays 1-7pm (while supply lasts each day). Don't miss out on this festive event and help make a difference!
Find all things Merry Madison at www.VistiMadison.org, the 2024 Holiday Events Brochure will be available on or around November 1st.
To learn more about the homes and historic sites on the tour or purchase tickets go to
www.NightsbeforeChristmas.com
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