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Jefferson Candlelight Tour of Homes® 2024

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Advance Adult tickets $22.50 each, Children 12 and under Free. Ticket price increases to $30.00 after Thanksgiving.

Candlelight Headquarters

Port Jefferson Outpost

220 N. Polk St. 

Additional parking at corner of Polk and Henderson Streets adjacent to Red Bus Cupcakes.

Tour Homes & More!

The benefield house • 1009 s. line street, the painted ladies of jefferson • 403 e. walker street.

The Benefield House is a true gem of history and hospitality. The J. H. Benefield, Sr. home was known as the "Gay 90's" house because of the many social affairs that were held in the drawing room when Jefferson was a leading port in Texas. It is a Queen Anne Victorian style house, with fine architectural details, as is typical of the spacious old homes built around the turn of the 20th century.  

The Painted Ladies of Jefferson, formerly known as Captain's Castle, also known as the Rogers-McCasland home, was so named by Captain Thomas J. Rogers, a confederate officer and local pioneer banker. In the early 1870's he combined two older houses, one already located on the present site (the back part of the existing structure) and the other, an imposing landmark of Tennessee Planters Architecture (the two-story front portion), he moved across town on log rollers, with oxen, from down on the river front. 

The Tarry House • 419 Polk Street

The sherrill-benefield house • 504 w. austin street.

The Tarry House is an American Craftsman style home which emerged between 1900 and 1929. These homes were a backlash against the Industrial Revolutions mass-produced Victorian architecture, which prized ornamental decoration as opposed to the Craftsman's natural and simplistic form. The Craftsman homes were very popular in California and the Midwest, however, the Tarry Home, built in 1919 by Radford Tarry, is purported to be the oldest brick Craftsman in East Texas.  

Of Victorian/Farmhouse architecture, the Sherrill-Benefield House was built by Benjamin F. Sherrill just before the turn of the century in or around 1895. Mr. Sherrill served as Jefferson's mayor at one time and was still living there in 1900, according to the census. A fire occurred early in the 1900s that burned the top story and was rebuilt as the siding on the second story is different, which leads to its charm.  

Enchanted Forest • 502 E. Jefferson Street

Stroll through 115 Decorated and Lighted Christmas Trees at no charge. Various individuals, families, businesses and organizations decorate these endearing trees in support of the Jefferson Lions Club. 

The Enchanted Forest is located in Lions Park at 502 E. Jefferson Street.

Tour Dates & Times

Thursday, dec. 5.

3 pm - 7 pm

Friday, Dec. 6

4 pm - 8 pm

Saturday, Dec. 7

Thursday, dec. 12, friday, dec. 13, saturday, dec. 14.

4 pm - 8 p m

Jefferson Candlelight Tour of Homes®

Come celebrate our 42nd Candlelight Tour of Homes®. This Jefferson event is among the top Christmas events in east Texas, welcoming visitors from Shreveport, Texarkana, Longview, Marshall, Tyler, and beyond. Whether you are planning a day trip or a weekend stay, enjoy our unique holiday festivities. Your ticket allows you to visit the homes on any date.   Buy tickets now...

The Historic Jefferson Foundation wants you and your friends or family to enjoy seeing beautifully decorated residences reflecting the grandeur of an elaborate Victorian theme or matching the period of the home. In addition to visiting lovely homes, there are many special local attractions:

Enchanted Forest - 115 Decorated & Lighted Christmas Trees

Enchanted Forest – Stroll through 115 Decorated & Lighted Christmas Trees at no charge. Various individuals, families, businesses, and organizations decorate these endearing trees in support of the Jefferson Lions Club. 

The Enchanted Forest is located in Lions Park at 502 E. Jefferson St . 

Proud Sponsors of the Historic Jefferson Foundation

Learn more about the many places to stay and holiday activities in Jefferson during the Candlelight Tour of Homes by visiting Jefferson-Texas.com , Jeffersonian Online , or VisitJeffersonTexas.com . Here's a brief list:

• 503 Lake St.  

• Alley St. Cutting Co.  

• Art on the Bayou Splatter Room  

• Azalea Inn Bed & Breakfast  

• Battle for Jefferson  

• Benefield House B&B 

• Bessie's Landing  

• Bohn's Gift Shoppe  

• Brownrigg Insurance  

• Butler & Haggard Realty Executives  

• Calavera Leather & Cigar Co.  

• Century 21 Real Estate - Beverly Bradley  

• Christ Episcopal Church 

• Deer Trail Lodge  

• East Texas Realty  

• Edward Jones Investments  

• Enoch's Wine Cellar & Coffee House  

• Excelsior House Hotel  

• Fantasy & Fairytale Floral Designs  

• First Baptist Church  

• First Methodist Church Jefferson  

• Friends of the Arts Jefferson  

• GG's Antiques & Collectibles  

• Historic Tours of Jefferson  

• Immaculate Conception Catholic Church  

• Jefferson Antique Mall  

• Jefferson Carnegie Library  

• Jefferson First Assembly of God  

• Jefferson General Store  

• Jefferson Realty  

• Jeffersonian Institute  

• Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club (Pilgrimage)  

• Johnson Collision Repair  

• Johnson's Ranch Marina  

• Junkin' is my Jam  

• Kennedy Manor Bed & Breakfast  

• Kitt's Cornbread Sandwich & Pie Bar  

• Krewe of Hebe  

• Lonesome Dove Safari  

• LW Davis House Leveling  

• Made in the Shade Boutique  

• Marion County Chamber of Commerce  

• My Father's Garden  

• Old Mulberry Inn & Cottages  

• Port Jefferson Outpost Espresso Bar  

• Port Jefferson Outpost, LLC  

• Red Bus Cupcakes  

• Scarlett O'Hardy's Gone with the Wind Museum  

• Taste of Caddo  

• Texas Farm Bureau - Mike Clayton  

• Texas Treasures  

• The Hive  

• The House of the Seasons  

• The Knightlight Theater & Wine Tavern  

• The Old Store & Fudge Store  

• The Steamboat Inn

• Turner Fine Jewelry Studio

• United Country Realty  

• VeraBank  

• Yesteryear Gift Shop

Special Thanks To Media Sponsors

Thank you to KTAL Ch. 6 Shreveport/Texarkana for the live broadcast and donated advertising.

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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015. Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).

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Arguably the best holiday home tour in Texas takes place in the small town of Jefferson each year. This annual event showcases the town’s most opulent, Victorian-style manors decked out in their holiday finest. Marvel at the beautiful architecture and experience what Christmas was like in the olden days.

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Visit the Jefferson Texas Candlelight Tour of Homes website or Facebook page for more information, including this year’s dates, hours, and ticket prices. You can also purchase your tickets on the website.

Have you ever taken this holiday home tour in Texas? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! For more Jefferson history, check out this 100-year-old general store where you’ll find all sorts of nostalgic items.

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Take a look inside one of the houses on the Jefferson, Texas Candlelight Tour of Homes

Jim and Joanne Stacey were looking to retire to a small town after spending years in Houston, Texas. In May of 2017, that search ended when the couple visited the Jefferson Historical Pilgrimage Home Tour in Jefferson, Texas.  

The town was perfect but the homes available were not, they were either too big or too small. Joanne drew out a plan based on her love of Revival-style homes, then hired an architect and a builder to create what is now called Oak Leif Manor. 

This Christmas will be the Stacey's second in the house, and this year they are sharing it with others by being part of the  Candlelight Tour Of Homes.

They are one of the four homes on the tour that has decked the halls for visitors to soak in all the Christmas spirit. 

"The whole idea is for the decorations, not the house or the antiques, it to see how they decorate the home (for Christmas)," said Mary Nash, member of the Historic Jefferson Foundation that organizes the Candlelight Tour of Homes. 

For the Stacey's that means sharing the extensive Santa collection they have acquired through the years.  There is the Santa who loves wine, large Santa's in the hall and there are Santas that depict the counties they have traveled to. 

In the dining room, the Twelve Days of Christmas serves as inspiration for a delightful display.  A large swan becomes the centerpiece on the table as golden pears dangle above. The bedroom across the hall is the angel room, another favorite among the visitors.

"This is a nice way to give back to the community that we have fallen in love with," Joanne said.

The event began last weekend and Saturday, Dec. 11. Tickets can be ordered online or at the candlelight headquarters located in the Murphy Building at 116 W. Austin Street. 

10 Best Things to do for Christmas in Jefferson, TX

The historic small town of Jefferson in East Texas is one of our favorite places to visit in Texas during the Christmas season.

While most people associate Christmas with snow and cold weather, in Jefferson, Texas, the holiday season is a time of warm temperatures and beautiful autumn scenery.

The town comes alive with decorations, festive events, and a variety of fun family attractions.

Christmas in Jefferson is a truly unique experience and one that everyone should try at least once.

If you’re looking for a place to escape the winter cold this holiday season, Jefferson is the perfect destination.

Also Read: Marshall, Texas Christmas Lights Guide

Best Things to do for Christmas in Jefferson, Texas 

Christmas in Jefferson is a truly magical time.

Here are the best holiday events and activities to get into the Christmas spirit in Jefferson, Texas.

Also Read: Best Things to do in Jefferson, Texas

Attend the annual Hometown Christmas parade and tree lighting

One of the highlights of Christmas in Jefferson is the annual Hometown Christmas parade.

It features floats decorated with lights and holiday themes.

The parade traditionally has vintage cars and Santa Claus riding in a fire truck!

The parade begins downtown and ends at Lions Club Park for the tree-lighting ceremony, where visitors can gather to enjoy the beauty of the holiday season.

Walk through the Enchanted Forest of Lights

The Enchanted Forest in Lions Club Park is a must-see during Christmas in Jefferson.

This holiday light display has over 100 beautifully decorated Christmas trees.

The display is open nightly from Thanksgiving until New Year’s Eve and is free to the public.

Take the Jefferson Candlelight Tour of Homes

The Jefferson Candlelight Tour of Homes is organized by the Historic Jefferson Foundation.

Each December, the historic homes of Jefferson are decorated for the holidays and open to the public for tours.

Visitors can stroll through the beautifully decorated homes, enjoying the festive atmosphere and getting a glimpse of holiday life in years past.

The tour is a great way to get into the holiday spirit, and it’s also a great opportunity to support Jefferson’s historic preservation efforts. 

Enjoy holiday decor in Historic Riverfront District

The historic downtown district comes alive with lights, garlands, and wreaths.

Horse-drawn carriages clatter along the brick streets, and the air is filled with the sound of carols.

For a few weeks every year, it feels like Jefferson stepped out of a fairy tale.

Whether you’re strolling through the twinkling lights of Town Square or sipping hot cocoa by the fire, there’s no place like Jefferson at Christmastime.

Take a ride on the Christmas Express Train

The Christmas Express Train is a festive holiday train that takes passengers on a tour of the beautiful countryside around Jefferson.

The train is decorated with lights and garlands, and a variety of holiday displays are set up along the track.

Santa Claus himself visits and delights kids.

On the ride, you can also enjoy beautiful views of the Big Cypress Bayou.

This is a great activity for families and kids of all ages.

Also Read: Polar Express Train in Palestine, Texas

Shop for holiday gifts at local stores

Jefferson is home to several unique shops, and many of them offer special holiday shopping events.

You can find everything from handcrafted gifts to one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers.

Participate in the Wassail Walk

The Wassail Walk is a holiday tradition in Jefferson.

People gather to sing Christmas carols and enjoy wassail, a warm spiced cider.

The event takes place on the first Saturday in December and is a great way to get into the holiday spirit.

Sip hot chocolate at Jefferson General Store

No visit to Jefferson at Christmastime is complete without a stop at the Jefferson General Store.

This historic store is decked out in holiday decorations, and the hot chocolate is a must-try.

The store also has a great selection of gifts and souvenirs.

Santa’s Workshop is a holiday event for kids of all ages inside the store.

Kids can make crafts, write letters to Santa, and enjoy holiday snacks.

There’s also a visit from Santa himself!

Take a carriage ride through town

One of the best ways to see Jefferson at Christmastime is to take a horse-drawn carriage ride through town.

You’ll get to see the beautiful holiday decorations, and the clip-clop of the horse’s hooves is sure to put you in the Christmas spirit.

Carriage rides are available for a fee, and you can usually find them near Town Square.

See a show at the Jefferson Opera House

Visit Jefferson during Christmastime, and you’ll be charmed by the historic Opera House.

The Opera House is decorated for the holidays, and you can enjoy a variety of holiday shows there.

During Christmas, Jefferson is decked out in its holiday finest, and the spirit of the season is alive and well.

From the annual lighting of the big Christmas tree in the square to the festive decorations in the windows of businesses and homes, Jefferson is a magical place to be during the holidays.

What are your favorite things to do in Jefferson during Christmastime?

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Tours in and around Jefferson

Historic jefferson narrated tour.

903-665-0359

217 W. Lafayette

https://tourjefferson.com/

Guided Narrated Tour

Tours 

Jefferson Ghost Walk Tour

 903-665-6289 W. Austin & S. Vale

jeffersonghostwalk.com

TOURS: Friday & Saturday nights at 8:00 pm 

Tours / Walking / Ghosts

Self Guided Walking Tour

Golf cart rentals at roy's rails & rides.

Jefferson is a great town for walking around. We have a wonderful map created by Marion County Herald.

Download Here

903-665-9900 OR 214-418-7620

602 N. Polk St. Jefferson, Texas

https://roys-rails-and-rides.business.site/

Tours / Golf Cart / Rental

Golf Cart Rentals at Art on the Bayou

903-601-4499

205 N Walnut St, Jefferson, Texas

https://www.artonthebayou.net/

Golf Cart Rentals at Bulldog Rides

 903-930-4984 

317 N Polk St  Jefferson, TX 75657 

https://www.bulldogrides.net/

Jefferson Bicycle Rental

Sacred spur carriage company, j. gould atalanta rail car.

Bicycle Rentals and Tours

Tours / Bicycle Rental

903-665-2513 

211 W. Austin

theexcelsiorhouse.com

Tours / 

03-790-2693

222 W. Austin St.

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Tours / Carriage ride

Busy B Ranch Wildlife Park

Lonesome dove drive-thru safari.

903-665-4093 

1100 W Prospect Rd. - 6 Miles north of Jefferson  

https://busybranchwildlifepark.com/

Mon-Sun: 10am last car admitted 3 to 4 depending on time of year

Tours / Family / Safari

 903-665-0053

1782 Hwy 59 N - 2 Miles north of Jefferson

https://www.lonesomedovedrivethrusafari.com/

Wed.-Sun. 10:30am to 4:30pm weather permitting

Jefferson Historic Society Museum

903-665-2775 

223 W. Austin 

http://www.jeffersonmuseum.com/

Open everyday 9:30am - 4:30pm

Train Depot Museum (R. D. Moses)

903-665-2775

223 W. Austin

http://www.jeffersonmuseum.com/  

Time & Measurement Museum

903-665-6668

301 N. Polk

museumofmeasurementandtime.org

Thursday thru Saturday 10:00 - 5:00 

​Sunday 1:00 - 5:00

Gone with the wind Museum

903-665-1939

408 E. Taylor Street

scarlettohardy.com

Thursday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm

Sunday - Wednesday, By appointment 

Historic Home Tours

The house of the seasons, singleton's virginia cross home.

903-665-8000

409 S. Alley

houseoftheseasons.com

TOURS: Daily at 11 am with reservation

Tours / Home

903-665-3938

401 N. Soda Street

virginiacross.com

TOURS: Saturday at 1 pm

903-665-8018

405 Moseley Street

thegrove-jefferson.com

Tours - Saturday 2PM, and Sunday 11AM. Call to reserve your ticket.

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Events in Jefferson

Use these key events in Jefferson as a guide when you plan your next East Texas getaway. For all updated events please visit www.visitjeffersontexas.com .

Mardi Gras Upriver Jefferson’s annual Mardi Gras bash is just about as close as you can get to the one in the Big Easy, both literally and figuratively. The live music, parade, costume contest, arts and crafts, carnival, and gumbo draw thousands of revelers each year, so make your hotel reservations early. Downtown Jefferson Jefferson, TX 75657

March Miata Madness  March 31-April 2, 2023 One car, one driver: $80 One car, one driver, one passenger: $95 Registration includes Friday dinner, Saturday dinner, and all runs and activities, event sticker. Registration fee also covers trophies awarded for the following classes: Best NA Miata Best NB Miata Best NC Miata Best ND Miata Best in Show Best Stock Miata Best Modified Miata Miata I'd Most Like to Own PO Box 51 Jefferson, TX 75657

City-Wide Rummage Sale During the first weekend in April, downtown Jefferson becomes one big flea market as locals bring out treasures that are just waiting to be discovered. A map with points of sale is available from the Chamber of Commerce.  Downtown Jefferson Jefferson, TX 75657

History Haunts and Legends Conference   (903)601-3375

Outlaw Nationals Antique Rod Show

Pilgrimage and Civil War Weekend Enjoy a guided tour of Jefferson’s gorgeous homes and churches. The weekend also includes the annual Diamond Bessie Murder Trial at Jefferson Playhouse, Civil War reenactments, a quilt and fiber-art show, and a craft and plant fair. Jefferson, TX 75657

12 th Annual Big Cypress Corvette Weekend  3 days of great stuff lined up beginning with a historic and scenic cruise. Blindfolded golf cart motocross races, and a cruise to one of the most impressive aircraft collections around. Saturday is the show and shine on the brick streets of Jefferson, and more golf cart racing. Food, and entertainment for all, not to mention all the great friends that will be there. 

Independence Day Jefferson salutes America every Fourth of July with a free festival, featuring a children’s parade, cake and pie auction, the Shreveport Metropolitan Band, and fireworks over Big Cypress Bayou. Downtown Jefferson Jefferson, TX 75657

Jefferson’s Civil War Symposium Registration Information: contact Museum at 903-665-2775 

Taste of Jefferson One of the city’s most popular events, Taste of Jefferson spotlights the best food offerings from local restaurants, cafes, and hotels. Enjoy live music and cheer your heart out at the spirited “waiters race.”  Austin Street Jefferson, TX 75657

City Wide Rummage Sale Downtown Jefferson becomes one big flea market as locals bring out treasures that are just waiting to be discovered. A map with points of sale is available from the Chamber of Commerce.  Downtown Jefferson Jefferson, TX 75657

East Texas Burn Run; Continue the Ride! Hosted by The Phoenix Organization of Jefferson, Brother's Keepers Motorcycle Club. Music provided by Rockhouse Productions. All inclusive RALLY Early Bird Registration on sale now at  East Texas Burn Run Online Registration 107 W. Austin St. Jefferson, Texas 75657 [email protected]

Texas Bigfoot Conference Catered Meat 'n Greet Dinner with the Speakers Texas Bigfoot Conference Catered Meat n' Greet Dinner with the Speakers Catered BBQ dinner by Riverport BBQ Executive Inn & Suites, 200 South Walcott Jefferson, Texas 75657 (903) 665-3700

Annual Christmas Parade The city rings in the Christmas season each year with a rousing parade through downtown, complete with vintage cars, a marching band, and Old Saint Nick riding in a fire truck. A tree lighting ceremony in the “Enchanted Forest” follows. Downtown Jefferson Jefferson, TX 75657

Jefferson Candlelight Tour of Homes Over the first two weekends in December, you can tour Jefferson’s charming historic homes decorated with fresh greenery and the soft glow of candlelight with docents in period costumes.  

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We started our tour business in October 2018 to showcase Jefferson, Texas.  With the option of a guided shuttle tour, or the option to explore on your own with bikes, we hope you enjoy the charm of this East Texas town.

Beautiful Sites

Our small, quaint town in East Texas has 135+ state and nationally recognized historic structures.  Most of the homes in Jefferson have been beautifully restored and preserved and are showcased through home tours throughout the year.

As owners and operators for Historic Tours of Jefferson, Tommy and Tracey Engel wanted to share our beautiful small town with our guests.

Tour Location

We start and end our tour at the following address:

217 West Lafayette Street, Jefferson, TX

(also known as Kennedy Manor Bed & Breakfast)

We sit at the corner of Lafayette Street and Market Street, across the street from the Post Office, The Jefferson Carnegie Library, and the Sterne Fountain.

Tour and Bike Rental Pricing

Shuttle tour.

Enjoy a 1-hour narrated scenic tour of the Downtown Historical District Area and Neighborhoods. **This is a history tour, and children under the age of 5 tend to lose interest. If your child cannot sit quietly for 1 hour, this may not be an activity suited for your group. Please be considerate of others wishing to enjoy this tour.

Adults (tax included)

Children (12 years old & under) (tax included), private shuttle tour.

Enjoy a 1-hour narrated scenic tour of the Downtown Historical District Area and Neighborhoods. **Booking a private tour ensures only your group/party will be on the tour. Please call us at (903) 665-0772 to reserve. Private Tours must be pre-paid, and cancelations require a 3 day advance notice.

Up to 20 adults (may include 2-4 children additionally) (tax included)

Bike rentals.

Enjoy a leisurely bike ride through our brick streets at your own pace. Adult bikes only.

2 Hour Rental (tax included)

Reserve up to 2 hours on any given day

1/2 Day Rental (tax included)

Reserve up to 4 hours on any given day

Full Day Rental (tax included)

Reserve up to 8 hours on any given day

2-Day Rental (tax included)

Reserve a bike for your entire stay

School Field Trips

We will offer a 1 hour narrated tour of Historic Jefferson, to include the downtown area and some of the historic neighborhoods. This is a history tour, and we recommend school age children age 8+. Our Trolley can accommodate 22 passengers only. All school children will be priced at the child rate, including 2 adult chaperones at this rate as well. Any additional adults will be the adult pricing. Please contact us by phone to discuss dates, times and availability.

School Child (age 8+) (tax included)

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Adult Chaperone (limit up to 2) (select child ticket) (tax included)

Additional adult (tax included), tour schedule.

Our tour schedule is subject to change due to weather or special events in Jefferson.  

Our tour shuttle is covered, but not enclosed at this time.  You are open to the weather elements. 

 We are wheelchair accessible. 

Monday - Thursday

We usually do a daily tour, but arrangements can be made for additional times.  Reservations required.

11:00 am, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm

We offer multiple tours on this day.  Reservations required.

Hours of Operation

10 am - 6 pm daily

Availability

Bike Rentals for Adults only.

At this time, we do not offer bikes for children.

Rentals include helmets and bike locks for use

Special Requests Available

Please contact us directly to reserve a special tour time for your group

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Take a tour of the Historic Southside Neighborhood

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Join the residents of College Station’s oldest residential development for the Southside Historic Neighborhood Home Tour!

The tour is happening on Saturday, April 6 from 11am to 4pm.

Explore four homes built in the 1920s through 1950s, see original features, learn their stories, and view thoughtful restorations. Discover the historical significance of an additional five “campus homes” built on the Texas A&M campus between 1891 to 1918 and moved to the Southside Neighborhood between 1941 to 1948.

You can find a more comprehensive history of the neighborhood here.

Tickets are available for purchase here. Tickets are $20 per person in advance or $25 on the day of the event.

Tickets are non-refundable. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be moved to our rain date, Sunday, April 7, from 1pm to 5pm.

Proceeds from the tour will go to preserve and promote this historic neighborhood.

All guests, including those with pre-purchased tickets, must check in at Brison Park, west side along West Dexter Drive, or at the Barbara Bush Parent Center to receive a wristband and tour booklet before proceeding to various homes. A printed or mobile receipt is needed to receive a wristband, or tickets may be purchased at the park.

Tour guests may use street parking throughout the Southside Historic Neighborhood, or the Barbara Bush Parent Center parking lots located at 1200 George Bush Drive.

You can find more information about the event here.

You can contact the Southside Historic Home Tour organization using the contact form.

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