Holiday Events At Colonel Palmer House

Advance registration required prior to the program dates listed

Bedtime Stories – Dec 9, 12, 16 & 19 - 7-8pm

Victorian Holiday Tea – Dec 14 seating’s 12:30 & 3:00 pm

Colonel Palmer House

Step back in time and experience the holiday season at the Colonel Palmer House located at 660 E. Terra Cotta Ave. The Federal and Greek Revival Style home built in 1858 will be decorated in holiday splendor creating a perfect setting for Classic Christmas Bedtime Stories and a Victorian Holiday Tea.

Classic Christmas Bedtime Stories on Dec. 9,12,16 & 19th from 7-8 pm.  Cozy up in the front parlor of the Colonel Palmer House as Mrs. Claus reads Classic Christmas Bedtime Stories to children ages 2-7. Kids should wear their PJ’s and bring their favorite blanket and stuffed animal. Juice, milk and cookies will be served in the back parlor along with a surprise by Jolly St. Nick! Resident Fee: $15 Non-Resident Fee: $20

On Dec. 14th, the Colonel Palmer House hosts a Victorian Holiday Tea. Two seating’s will be offered at 12:30 pm or 3:00 pm as costumed staff serves guests a sumptuous luncheon tea. A special presentation by 4 Strings Attached, an accomplished group of youth violinists under the direction of Martin Lopez will set the mood for this annual holiday event. Resident Fee: $15 adult/$10 ages 12 & under, Non-Resident Fee: $23 adult/$15 ages 12 and under.

Both events require registration in advance through the Crystal Lake Park District at www.crystallakeparks.org or in person at the Crystal Lake Park District Administrative Building located at One Crystal Lake Avenue. For more information on either program please contact the park district at 815-459-0680.