Christmas at the Castle- now until Jan.8th
The table is set, the trees are trimmed, and the warmth and charm will kindle your holiday spirit. This is the best time of year to visit the 1877 home and marvel at the lavish décor adorned in festive attire. Visiting Castle Kilbride National Historic Site is truly a magical time.
Returning this year is Herner's Victorian Village- Inspired by real-life locations from the stories of Charles Dickens, the enchanting miniature village features over 130 Christmas-themed buildings and figurines. Created by Dave Herner & family, this exhibit is a must see!
Beginning November 16th, the Castle will be fully decorated.
Regular Touring Hours; Wednesday through Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Holiday Touring Hours: December 21-23, 28 – 30, January 4-8 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Walk in are welcome or you can purchase Tickets for Christmas at the Castle Nov.16 - Jan. 8
Herner's Victorian Village
Inspired by the stories of Charles Dickens, this enchanting miniature village features over 130 Christmas-themed buildings and figurines. Created by Dave Herner & Family, this exhibit is a must-see display that will take you back in time, where you’ll feel like you are magically wandering the streets of Victorian England. Note: this display is only accessible by stairs.
Castle Aglow Evening Tours
When: Thursday November 24, December 1 & 8
Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m. (last tour at 8:30)
Cost: $15 p.p.
Marvel at the glitz and glamour of Castle Kilbride at night. A 30-minute guided tour of decorated Victorian mansion at night by costumed guide. Tickets are required as space is limited.
Time with Toys Family Tour- Holiday Edition
Times: Sunday afternoons Nov. 20 - Dec. 18 on the hour
Cost: $25/family (2 Adults & 4 Children)
Are you looking for something different to do with your family this holiday season? Castle Kilbride is offering special 45-minute family tour called Time with Toys the Holiday Edition. Tour the Castle including the Belvedere, play with our unique toys and tour the exhibit Toys through Time.
*Please note the Belvedere Gallery is only accessible by stairs. The program can be altered to an alternative space to accommodate this portion of the tour.
Homeschool Holiday Program-
Date: Friday Dec. 9, 2022
Time: 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. or 10:00- 10:45 a.m.
Cost: $5 per person
Homeschool Program Holiday Toy Tour-
Join Castle staff on for a tour of the Castle, view toy exhibit, play with toys and take home a craft. Cost $5 per person. Must be booked in advance as space is limited. Homeschool Day tickets here
Toys Through Time-Exhibit
Toys are on exhibit until December 30, 2022.
Dolls, cars, and castles oh my! Guests are invited to relax and smile as they explore our new Toys through Time exhibit. The toys span from the 1880's to the 2010's.
Castle Kilbride Book
Castle Kilbride: The House That Flax Built is the definitive book about Wilmot Township's beloved National Historic Site, written and compiled by the Castle Kilbride Advisory Committee. For the first time in full colour, this gorgeously illustrated book recounts the history of the house back to its very beginnings in 1877, and illustrates that history with stunning photographs dating from over a century ago to today. For anyone who is curious about the eye-catching mansion in the middle of a quiet village, and for visitors who simply can't see everything in just one tour, this book will be a treasured keepsake. Cost $26 including tax. Available in the Castle's Gift Shop
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