Museums by Candlelight
Participating historic sites and museums host period demonstrations, living history vignettes, and hands-on crafts. Visitors can explore holiday decorations and historic settings illuminated by candlelight as night falls. The program also features music, tours, refreshments, and hands-on activities.
What to Expect
Free self-guided holiday visits across Frederick County's historic sites and museums.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Tourism Council of Frederick County
Food & Drink
Refreshments are offered.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and history enthusiasts
Vibe
Historic and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission.
- Hours: 12pm-7pm.
Tips & Advice
- Pick a few sites ahead of time, since the event is self-guided and you can visit as many or as few locations as you like, in any order.
- Stay into the evening to see the historic settings and holiday decorations by candlelight as night falls.
- Bring the kids along, because most participating locations feature special children's activities alongside the hands-on crafts.
- Dress for a December day spent going in and out of several historic sites and museums around Frederick County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it good for kids?
Yes. The programming is for all ages, and most locations have special children's activities.
Do I have to visit every site, or go in a set order?
No. It's self-guided, so you can visit many locations or just a few, in any order.
What is there to see and do?
There are period demonstrations, living history vignettes, hands-on crafts, tours, music and holiday decorations in historic settings.
Are there refreshments?
Yes, refreshments are part of the program.
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