The annual Oaklands Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes is slated for Saturday, Dec. 5 from 4-8 p.m. in downtown Murfreesboro.
The tour, sponsored by the Oaklands Association and MidSouth Bank, will feature beautiful and historic private homes, a distinctive church, and the graceful Oaklands Historic House Museum.
Set in the historic district of Murfreesboro, stops along the delightful tour include the following church and residences:
Oaklands Historic House Museum, 900 North Maney Avenue,
Mrs. Linda Parks, 401 East Main Street,
Mr. and Mrs. James Roberts, 434 East Main Street,
Mr. and Mrs. George White, 506 East Main Street,
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Smythe, 511 East Main Street,
Drs. Robert and Elizabeth Bray, 521 East Main Street,
Cedar Grove Church, 528 East Main Street,
Mr. and Mrs. David Hennington, 550 East Main Street,
Dr. and Mrs. Eric Egli, 602 East Main Street,
Mr. and Mrs. Don Gregg, 628 East Main Street.
Additionally, the Sons of the Confederate Veterans, Murfreesboro Camp No. 33 will present living history demonstrations on the lawn of the mansion.
“Visiting the festively appointed homes on our Candlelight Tour is a popular way to begin the celebration of the holidays,” said James Manning, executive director of Oaklands Historic House Museum.
The cornerstone is the grand Oaklands Historic House Museum. Docents in period attire will guide visitors through the history of this gracious mansion.
The proceeds of the Candlelight Tour of Homes go toward the care and upkeep of this historic treasure. Admission is $10 per person 21 years and older, students $8, ages 6-12, $5, ages 5 and under are free. Tickets may be purchased at any home on the tour and at Oaklands Historic House Museum.
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