“The Mansion is Not Haunted” Haunted Mansion Tour
‘19th Century October Nights back from the Dead!’
For the first time EVER, the Hegeler Carus Mansion is bringing the excitement, traditions, suspense, and fear of the 19th Century October Nights back from the Dead! Join us for “The Mansion is NOT Haunted” Haunted Mansion Tour. The dates of the event are October 11, 12, 18 and 19.
As you move through the Main Floor, stationed and costumed guides will entangle you in a web of customs and superstitions unique to the Gilded Age. Was being buried alive a real cause for fear? Who might you find lurking about in a Victorian cemetery, and why? Appropriate Victorian dress for guests is encouraged but not required (although no glitter or spiked shoes are allowed in the Mansion). This is approximately a 1-hour tour, guests will be directed in intervals on a first come, first serve basis. Persons under 18 are allowed with a purchased ticket and accompaniment of an adult, but please note that the content is related to Victorian Funeral and Halloween traditions and may be a bit macabre for some audiences. Tickets for the tour are $40/each or $140/4-pack. Tours available from 6-10pm.
For the Kids, there is a Family Friendly version. Come join us for a spook-tacular adventure at the Hegeler Carus Mansion! Nothing scary here, just good old-fashioned fun! Join in the children's games, activities, and stories that were popular in the 19th century. There'll be more treats than tricks here! Costumes are encouraged (although no glitter or spiked shoes are allowed in the Mansion). This is approximately a 1-hour activity from 4-7pm. Free goody bag and refreshments provided by Boggio’s Orchard and Produce with the purchase of a children's ticket for $15!
“Do NOT miss this one,” said Laura Walker, Hegeler Carus Foundation Executive Director. “you will absolutely want to make this your annual October tradition!”
The Hegeler Carus Mansion is an Asymmetrical, Second Empire Italianate masterpiece. This is the same style as many of your favorite spooky TV and movie mansions. Find out more by attending the event.
The Hegeler Carus Mansion was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995, and designated a National Historic Landmark in 2007, a prestigious designation granted by the U.S. National Park Service. The Mansion is located at 1307 Seventh Street in LaSalle. For information about tours and services of the Mansion, visit website at www.hegerlercarus.org or Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/hegelercarus/.
