Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Ghosts of Thoroughgood Past’ Paranormal Tours Return to Thoroughgood House in October
Spooky season is almost here, so join the Virginia Beach History Museums for the return of a seasonal favorite.
Candlelight Yule Tours
Come celebrate the season by stepping back in time to experience some favorite colonial Christmas traditions. Costumed guides will escort you by candlelight through the home of Argall II and Susannah Thoroughgood and share stories of the decorations, traditions, foods, and festivities of 18th-century coastal Virginia. With live instrumental music provided in the house by members of the Itinerant Band, the interior will come alive with holiday charm.
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Candlelight Yule Tours
Come celebrate the season by stepping back in time to experience some favorite colonial Christmas traditions. Costumed guides will escort you by candlelight through the home of Argall II and Susannah Thoroughgood and share stories of the decorations, traditions, foods, and festivities of 18th-century coastal Virginia. With live instrumental music provided in the house by members of the Itinerant Band, the interior will come alive with holiday charm.
Candlelight Yule Tours Registration
Two-fif-tea-th Tavern Night (11 a.m. seating)
Join the Virginia Beach History Museums for an early celebration of the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday as we commemorate the 1774 Yorktown Tea Party! Immerse yourself in the 18th century for an evening at the Lynnhaven Colonial Education Center. Play authentic games from the time period and discover the role that taverns and coffee houses played during the American Revolution.
Event InformationVirginia Beach History Museums
The City of Virginia Beach History Museums include the Francis Land House, Lynnhaven House, Princess Anne County Training School/Union Kempsville High School Museum and the Thoroughgood House. They are a division of the City’s Cultural Affairs Department.
As part of the municipal government of the City of Virginia Beach, the Cultural Affairs Department engages residents and visitors through meaningful arts, heritage, and cultural experiences to connect and strengthen communities.
*Note: Photos and videos may be taken by Virginia Beach History Museums staff during programs and throughout Virginia Beach History Museums buildings and grounds. If you do not wish to have your picture taken, please avoid the camera or tell the photographer.
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Tours
Individuals and groups are welcome to visit our historic museums, including free standard tours and special group packages.
Thoroughgood House
The Thoroughgood House is open for free tours! Sign up for tours online . Walk-ins will also be welcome as space allows.
PACTS/UKHS Museum
The Princess Anne County Training School/Union Kempsville High School Museum (PACTS/UKHS) is NOW OPEN for FREE, self-guided tours on Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. There is no need to register in advance for self-guided tours.
Group Visits
The Virginia Beach History Museums offer several special programs for group visits, including for traveling bus groups. Please contact us at vbhistory@vbgov.com, or call (757) 385-5100, to book group visits and ask any questions.
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