Step back in time on Sunday, December 7 and experience the magic of the holiday season filled with warmth and timeless charm. Join us for a full-day holiday adventure featuring a traditional New England dinner at the historic Publick House Inn and an enchanting evening at Old Sturbridge Village’s Christmas by Candlelight.
Your afternoon begins at the 1771 Publick House Historic Inn, where General Lafayette once stayed during his tour of America. Settle in by the hearth and savor a festive feast featuring Butternut Squash Bisque, Roast Turkey with all the fixings, Yankee Pot Roast, and a decadent Pecan Sweet Roll Bread Pudding for dessert.
As twilight falls, journey to Old Sturbridge Village to experience Christmas by Candlelight, a celebration of holiday traditions through the centuries. Wander lantern-lit paths, meet costumed historians sharing stories of early New England life, and delight in the sights and sounds of the season with live carolers, festive performances, and cozy village shops offering holiday treasures.
Your ticket includes:
- Round-trip travel via coach bus from East Providence (11am pickup and 7:45pm drop off) or Woonsocket (11:45am pickup and 7:30pm drop off)
- A traditional holiday meal with a beer or wine at the Publick House
- Admission to Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
- A $15 food or drink credit to enjoy during your evening in Old Sturbridge Village
Come celebrate the season with a heartwarming adventure filled with good food, good company, and the spirit of Christmas.
Tickets are available in singles and pairs for both members and non-members.
This program is made possible in part by the generosity of the Squantum Association Charitable Foundation.
Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Please contact programs@rihs.org for more information.
The Rhode Island Historical Society, the state's oldest and only statewide historical organization, is dedicated to honoring, interpreting and sharing Rhode Island's past to enrich the present and inspire the future. Founded in 1822, the RIHS is an advocate for history as a means to develop empathy and 21st -century skills, using its historical materials and knowledge to explore topics of timeless relevance and public interest. As a Smithsonian Affiliate, it is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible public programming and educational opportunities for all Rhode Islanders through its four sites: the John Brown House Museum, the Museum of Work & Culture, the Mary Elizabeth Robinson Research Center and the Aldrich House.
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