The Annual Gingerbread House Competition

The GRD Annual Gingerbread House Competition is back for the Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour on December 7th.

We are looking for entries in the following categories: Child 10& Under; Youth 11-17, Adult 18+, Family/Group, and Scout Troop. Register online by visit www.granvillerec.org and clicking on the registration tab or got to the Programs & Sports tab and click on special events to find a paper registration form. Drop off is Wednesday, December 4th from 12:00-4:00 PM at the Robbins Hunter Museum.

Holiday Magic at the Robbins Hunter Museum

The Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour has been a Granville tradition for 39 years, and the Robbins Hunter Museum is proud to have been part of this nostalgic event from the beginning.

Holiday Magic at the Robbins Hunter Museum transforms this elegant Greek Revival house museum, built in 1842, into a festive wonderland featuring trees representing different historical periods. Visitors can explore nine rooms, each adorned with spectacular themed trees.

You’ll find yourself wandering down memory lane and likely revisiting your own childhood when you visit these festive displays. You’ll observe a tree honoring World War 1 veterans and another that captures the history and traditions of the Victorian-era. Other trees display the style and traditions of the 1950’s and 1960’s - and a new tree addition this year is adorned with symbols of our own great State of Ohio. Not to be missed is a sparkling Waterford Crystal tree and a special Suffragette Tree inspired by the women’s suffragette movement and the trail blazing women who fought for the right to vote. If you’re looking to rekindle your holiday spirit for the season this is the place to start!

And before departing be sure to visit the Long Room…you won’t want to miss the impressive gingerbread display featuring dozens of homemade creations! Cast your vote for your favorite entries in the Gingerbread Decorating Contest, organized by the Granville Recreation District.

Admission is free, and visitors can experience Holiday Magic at RHM from 1-7 pm, during the Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour on December 7, 2024. Join in the festivities and immerse yourself in the history and charm of the season at the Robbins Hunter Museum!

🎄✨ Exciting News! Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour Apparel is Here! ✨🎄

This year, we’re celebrating 100 years of Swasey Chapel and the Granville Inn with brand-new apparel to commemorate the season and this incredible milestone!

🎁 Be a part of the tradition and grab your limited-edition gear today.

🛍️ Available now at: https://www.justwriteohio.com/commemorative-collection

Don’t wait—these special items won’t last long! Perfect for cozying up during the tour or gifting to loved ones. 🎅🎁

🚐✨ Free Parking Shuttles for the Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour! ✨🚐

We’re thrilled to announce the return of two free Parking Shuttle routes to make your Walking Tour experience seamless and stress-free! Shuttles will operate continuously during event hours from 1:00 to 9:00 PM.

🅿️ West Side Shuttle Loop:

  • Origin: Weaver Drive (just south of downtown).

  • Stops:

    • Drop-off/pick-up near The Station and Harvest Pizza.

    • Stops near Ray Ray’s Hog Pit and Snapshots Lounge on the return trip to Weaver Drive.

🅿️ East Side Shuttle Loop:

  • Origin: Cherry Valley Hotel.

  • Route: Direct service between Cherry Valley Hotel and downtown Granville.

Both shuttles drop you off in the heart of the Village and are completely FREE! With abundant parking at Weaver Drive and Cherry Valley Hotel, you can enjoy all the magic of the Walking Tour without the hassle of downtown parking. 🎄

Plan your visit and hop on a shuttle for a convenient, festive evening in Granville!

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