This holiday season, the Reynolds Homestead offers its traditionally decorated Rock Spring Plantation House, a musical performance, and a children’s movie. As always, the 20-foot Christmas tree will be decorated with handmade ornaments from the Homestead Decorative Painters Exchange (all available for purchase).
The Polar Express Pajama Party begins Saturday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. Children may enjoy dressing in their pajamas and getting their tickets punched for a fun Polar Express party, featuring a child-friendly buffet, goody bags, the movie and popcorn, and a visit from the Jolly Elf himself!
This annual event is family oriented and the film is about a young boy who embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express. During his adventure he learns about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.
Seating is limited for this event, so reservations are required. Please call the Homestead at (276) 694-7181, extension 21, for tickets. Tickets are $10 per person.
On Sunday, Dec. 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. is the Victorian Christmas Open House at Rock Spring Plantation. This free open house includes a guided tour of the plantation home decorated in Victorian Christmas splendor, hot apple cider and old-fashioned Christmas cookies in the plantation kitchen, and the opportunity to create Victorian Christmas cards or ornaments.
On Thursday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. is the Holiday and Classical Pops with the Rainier Trio featuring soprano Leslie Mabe. This event features a mix of classical and popular Christmas favorites, including “Lara’s Theme,” “Nutcracker Suite,” and “Ave Maria.”
The historic home will be open at 5:30 p.m. and decorated in its Victorian Christmas splendor for enjoyment. Pick up a lucky Christmas apple and delight in the performance. Reservations are requested and the cost is $12 for adults and $8 for students.
