PLAN YOUR VISIT TODAY: SITE OPERATIONS AND HOURS

Victorian Cottage
Tours: 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
Wednesday, Friday and Saturday

Sheldon Peck Homestead
Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Noon-4pm

Carriage House LHS Offices
and Gift Shop
Tuesday-Friday 10am to 4pm

Mystery on Maple Street
September 27, 2025

Join us for Mystery on Maple Street—a lighthearted 1920s caper with hidden clues, live performances, food, drinks, and plenty of surprises.

Tickets: $50 Members | $60 Non-Members
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Tickets are limited

Events
Mystery on Maple Street: An evening of intrigue that gives back...
Sep 27
Events
Mystery on Maple Street: An evening of intrigue that gives back...
Events
Events
Tales and Tombstones
Oct 3
Tales and Tombstones
History After Hours: Victorian Cottage Museum
Oct 7
History After Hours: Victorian Cottage Museum
The Art of Dying
Oct 16
The Art of Dying
Abbott and Costello Meet Dracula Radio Play
Oct 18
Abbott and Costello Meet Dracula Radio Play
Daylight with the Departed
Oct 25
Daylight with the Departed
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