SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14TH, 2024 CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES 1-4 PM
The Christmas Tour of Homes is a holiday tour of uniquely decorated properties in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The event will feature docent-led commentaries on the history of each property as well as the unique holiday decorations. The Christmas Tour of Homes is a self-guided walking tour. You may begin at any of the 3 properties listed below. There will be docents to guide you through the interior of each venue. The entire tour takes between 2.5 and 3 hours. Please plan accordingly.
We invite you to experience the charm of historic Natchitoches during this annual holiday event. Proceeds from the tour benefit restoration of properties in the Natchitoches Parish area.
*Saturday tickets include a complimentary ticket to The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum located at 800 Front Street.
Tours will NOT be cancelled due to rain or bad weather. Be sure to pack and umbrella! Tickets are $30/person. Children under 12 are free. “Print at home” is the only delivery option available for admission tickets purchased in advance. Your emailed receipt is your ticket. You can also display these tickets on your phone when you arrive. We keep accurate records of all ticket holders should your emailed receipt be lost.
You may begin your tour at any of the 3 properties featured. Tickets may also be purchased at the front door of every property. *For group rates (15+) please contact Lee Akin at 832-729-2610.
Cedars House – 315 Williams Ave. This newly remodeled 1930's cottage boasts curated home furnishings and design. It was meticulously restored in 2021. Cedars House features the original fireplace, arched front door, staircase, and built ins. Elegant, natural Christmas décor fill the home with holiday hospitality. Cedars House is available to rent. For more information visit https://www.airbnb.com/h/cedarshouse.
Kathy’s Cottage – 918 Washington St. The modest house at 916 Washington St. was built around 1840 as a two room home with one simply appointed bedroom. It has since had many renovations, and a few additions over the years as it has been lived in by several families and served as a business location during some of its history. With prior uses ranging from a family home, rental property, and even a dog grooming business, the home has now been lovingly restored by its current owners John & Kathy Richmond. Come step back in history and see how an 1840s caretaker’s cottage can be made comfortable and functional for today’s world.
The Murphy Trading House - 607 Williams Ave. Built in 1776 by the Buard family, the Murphy Trading House, located in Natchitoches along Williams Avenue, is believed to be the oldest standing building in Natchitoches and the second oldest residence west of the Mississippi River. The walls of the home are made from cypress timbers and bousillage. A private residence, the interior of the home is furnished modestly in keeping with the historical period.
The Christmas Tour of Homes is a holiday tour of uniquely decorated properties in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The event will feature docent-led commentaries on the history of each property as well as the unique holiday decorations. The Christmas Tour of Homes is a self-guided walking tour. You may begin at any of the 3 properties listed below. There will be docents to guide you through the interior of each venue. The entire tour takes between 2.5 and 3 hours. Please plan accordingly.
We invite you to experience the charm of historic Natchitoches during this annual holiday event. Proceeds from the tour benefit restoration of properties in the Natchitoches Parish area.
*Saturday tickets include a complimentary ticket to The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum located at 800 Front Street.
Tours will NOT be cancelled due to rain or bad weather. Be sure to pack and umbrella! Tickets are $30/person. Children under 12 are free. “Print at home” is the only delivery option available for admission tickets purchased in advance. Your emailed receipt is your ticket. You can also display these tickets on your phone when you arrive. We keep accurate records of all ticket holders should your emailed receipt be lost.
You may begin your tour at any of the 3 properties featured. Tickets may also be purchased at the front door of every property. *For group rates (15+) please contact Lee Akin at 832-729-2610.
Cedars House – 315 Williams Ave. This newly remodeled 1930's cottage boasts curated home furnishings and design. It was meticulously restored in 2021. Cedars House features the original fireplace, arched front door, staircase, and built ins. Elegant, natural Christmas décor fill the home with holiday hospitality. Cedars House is available to rent. For more information visit https://www.airbnb.com/h/cedarshouse.
Kathy’s Cottage – 918 Washington St. The modest house at 916 Washington St. was built around 1840 as a two room home with one simply appointed bedroom. It has since had many renovations, and a few additions over the years as it has been lived in by several families and served as a business location during some of its history. With prior uses ranging from a family home, rental property, and even a dog grooming business, the home has now been lovingly restored by its current owners John & Kathy Richmond. Come step back in history and see how an 1840s caretaker’s cottage can be made comfortable and functional for today’s world.
The Murphy Trading House - 607 Williams Ave. Built in 1776 by the Buard family, the Murphy Trading House, located in Natchitoches along Williams Avenue, is believed to be the oldest standing building in Natchitoches and the second oldest residence west of the Mississippi River. The walls of the home are made from cypress timbers and bousillage. A private residence, the interior of the home is furnished modestly in keeping with the historical period.
The Christmas Tour of Homes is a holiday tour of uniquely decorated properties in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The event will feature docent-led commentaries on the history of each property as well as the unique holiday decorations. The Christmas Tour of Homes is a self-guided walking tour. You may begin at any of the 3 properties listed below. There will be docents to guide you through the interior of each venue. The entire tour takes between 2.5 and 3 hours. Please plan accordingly.
We invite you to experience the charm of historic Natchitoches during this annual holiday event. Proceeds from the tour benefit restoration of properties in the Natchitoches Parish area.
*Saturday tickets include a complimentary ticket to The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum located at 800 Front Street.
Tours will NOT be cancelled due to rain or bad weather. Be sure to pack and umbrella! Tickets are $30/person. Children under 12 are free. “Print at home” is the only delivery option available for admission tickets purchased in advance. Your emailed receipt is your ticket. You can also display these tickets on your phone when you arrive. We keep accurate records of all ticket holders should your emailed receipt be lost.
You may begin your tour at any of the 3 properties featured. Tickets may also be purchased at the front door of every property. *For group rates (15+) please contact Lee Akin at 832-729-2610.
Cedars House – 315 Williams Ave. This newly remodeled 1930's cottage boasts curated home furnishings and design. It was meticulously restored in 2021. Cedars House features the original fireplace, arched front door, staircase, and built ins. Elegant, natural Christmas décor fill the home with holiday hospitality. Cedars House is available to rent. For more information visit https://www.airbnb.com/h/cedarshouse.
Kathy’s Cottage – 918 Washington St. The modest house at 916 Washington St. was built around 1840 as a two room home with one simply appointed bedroom. It has since had many renovations, and a few additions over the years as it has been lived in by several families and served as a business location during some of its history. With prior uses ranging from a family home, rental property, and even a dog grooming business, the home has now been lovingly restored by its current owners John & Kathy Richmond. Come step back in history and see how an 1840s caretaker’s cottage can be made comfortable and functional for today’s world.
The Murphy Trading House - 607 Williams Ave. Built in 1776 by the Buard family, the Murphy Trading House, located in Natchitoches along Williams Avenue, is believed to be the oldest standing building in Natchitoches and the second oldest residence west of the Mississippi River. The walls of the home are made from cypress timbers and bousillage. A private residence, the interior of the home is furnished modestly in keeping with the historical period.