Housewarming at The Castle – Welcoming the Davis Family, 1888
-Free programs for all ages
-Drop in anytime between 6:00–8:00 p.m. to enjoy live music, refreshments, make your own calling cards craft, and lawn games. No reservation required for these activities. (We encourage you to bring a folding chair if you are interested in sitting and enjoying the band.)
-Advance reservations encouraged for this evening’s specially curated guided house tours, Moving House, Victorian Style presentation by Sara Bir, and Making a Summertime Steamed Pudding cooking class to help us plan for attendance. Check the time for these events in the schedule below.
-Special 10-minute history trivia session at 7:15pm with Castle Executive Director Scott Britton.
Join us for an evening of Victorian hospitality as we celebrate the Davis family’s arrival at The Castle in 1888! Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and traditions of a grand Victorian housewarming as one of Marietta’s most prominent families settled into this magnificent home.
Throughout the evening, enjoy light refreshments, lawn games, live music, and hands-on activities for all ages in a welcoming community atmosphere. The Front Street Quartet will provide live music to set the tone for a delightful summer housewarming. Guests can also create their own Victorian-style calling card—a social necessity of the late nineteenth century—and learn how these personalized cards were used to make introductions, pay social calls, and build relationships.
Whether you’re fascinated by history, architecture, food, or simply looking for a memorable summer evening with family and friends, Housewarming at The Castle offers something for everyone. Come help us welcome the Davis family home—and celebrate the enduring tradition of gathering together at The Castle.
Available Throughout the Evening • 6:00–8:00 p.m.
-Hands-On Craft: Make Your Own Victorian Calling Card
-Victorian Lawn Games
-Refreshments: Complimentary Lemonade & Cookies
-Live Music by the Front Street Quartet*
*If planning to sit and enjoy the band for a prolonged period, please consider bringing your own folding chair
Location: Courtyard
Free. No Reservations Needed.
Featured Scheduled Programs
6:00–6:30 p.m. Moving House, Victorian Style
6:45–7:15 p.m. Welcome to the House Tour
7:00–7:30 p.m. Welcome to the House Tour (Family Tour)
7:15–7:25 p.m. 10-Minute History Trivia Challenge (At Band Intermission)
7:30–8:00 p.m. Making a Summertime Steamed Pudding Cooking Class
Please note: An address is required during registration to complete your reservation. No payment is required for free programs. Fees apply only to programs with a listed cost.
Learn more and reserve your spot at MariettaCastle.org/Events