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Firelight Festival Lights the Night at Connecticut's Oldest House

Escape the darkness of the approaching winter solstice in the glow of festive luminaria, lanterns, and outdoor fires

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Visitors gather around the outdoor fires to roast marshmallows, pop popcorn, and sip cocoa and cider during the annual Firelight Festival at the Henry Whitfield State Museum
Visitors gather around the outdoor fires to roast marshmallows, pop popcorn, and sip cocoa and cider during the annual Firelight Festival at the Henry Whitfield State Museum (Ben Kuropat)

Enjoy roasted marshmallows, popcorn, hot cocoa, and mulled cider. Explore the first floor of the Whitfield House, a rare chance to tour after dark. Learn to craft a punched “tin” (paper) lantern to take home. Tour the archaeology exhibit History Beneath Our Feet in the Visitor Center, and stop into the gift shop to do some holiday shopping. In the spirit of giving, bring donations for the Guilford Food Bank and new, unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots.

Tickets may only be purchased on-site the night of the event. They allow admission to the outdoor fire area, craft area, Whitfield House, and Visitor Center galleries: Adults (18-64) - $10, Adults (65 & older) - $8, Youth (6-17) - $5, Children (5 & younger) - free. Reservations are not required, and parking is free. The event may be cancelled due to rain or snow and there is no rain or snow date. For updates and more information, call 203-453-2457, e-mail whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, and visit the museum website, Facebook, and Instagram.

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