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Programs
& Tours at the Kelton House Museum & Garden
he Junior League of Columbus maintains Kelton House
for educational purposes, including field trips for students.
Authentically costumed docents guide guests through the home and recount
stories of the many Kelton family members and the house’s history.
tour
of Kelton House, led by a docent
in Victorian dress, opens a door to the Victorian way of life, genteel,
orderly, and yet not so very distant. Savor what life was like in 19th-century
Columbus, especially for the prominent family who lived here from 1852
to 1975. The Kelton House tour includes a discussion of the Keltons as
abolitionists and their role in the Underground Railroad.
Guided tours for the public are given every
Sunday from 1-4 p.m. Tours at other times may be arranged in advance by
calling the Museum between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. If
you are interested in preservation, education, or the excitement of being
part of a living piece of Civil War-era history, call (614) 464-2022 to
become a Friend of the Kelton House.
Kelton House Seasonal Tours & Events
True to Victorian custom, house decorations push the limits of gilding
the lily during special holiday open houses. Every year the Kelton House
is decked out in its holiday best. Table top trees, an abundance of hanging
garland and specialty decorations are everywhere! Not only the sights
and sounds, but the smells of freshly-made pomander balls and a spiced
Christmas punch make a visit to the Kelton House a lasting memory and
a holiday tradition.
Visit
Kelton House
The Kelton
House Museum is open for tours every Sunday, except holidays, from 1 p.m.
to 4 p.m. Kelton House is shown during the week by appointment to groups
of six or more. Please contact Kelton House Special Events Coordinator
Chuck Miller at (614) 464-2022 to make arrangements for a group tour.
Tour
cost: $6.00 per adult; $4.00 per senior citizen; $2.00 per child 6 - 18
years old.
Second Sundays at
Kelton House: 2009-2010
Calendar
Trails
of Hope
A series of historical re-enactments depicting the struggles for freedom
on the Underground Railroad.
Sunday,
August 9, 2009
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Performances are at 2:00 p.m. and at 3:00 p.m. on
the second Sunday of each month.
Tickets are $6 per adult; $4 per senior citizen; $2 per child age 6 and
over.
Reservations are not required.
2009-2010
Programs at the Kelton House Museum & Garden
Runner, The Quest for Ohio
Sunday, October 18, 2009
3:00 p.m.
Cost: This is a free program, but reservations are required. Please call
614-464-2022 for reservations.
Angela T. Powell, M.D., will read Runner: The Quest for Ohio,
an Underground Railroad tale written by Terri Cartwright. Children 4-12
will then create one-of-a-kind freedom dioramas that make real a fugitive's
escape from bondage using found objects, antique figurines, and natural
elements that will be provided. The program objective is to better understand
the secretive journey of the runaway slave through art and storytelling.
Dr. Powell will also present and discuss her dioramas.
Age
Range: 4-12 years of age with help from parents or older siblings.
Time:
Approximately 2 hours.
This program was created by Dr. Powell to illustrate a scene from a story
about escaping slavery, but it has developed into a gateway activity to
introduce young artists to possibilities and limitless ideas in the arts.
Salute to Courage and Freedom
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Hours: 12:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $8 per adult; $6 for senior citizens; $20 for families; however,
with a coupon from Experience Columbus Days, admission is reduced to $4
for adults, $3 for seniors, and $10 for families.
Most people today see the onset of fall as a time to prepare for new
experiences and tackle extra chores, but runaway slaves in the nineteenth
century faced the season with fear. Autumn spelled the end of warm weather
and perhaps an end to their survival. By changing our annual "Salute
to Courage and Freedom" from spring to fall, Kelton House Museum
has added a new urgency to this program depicting the plight of runaway
slaves.
The "Salute to Courage and Freedom" program will recreate many
aspects of life at Kelton House, an important station along the Underground
Railroad in nineteenth century Ohio. Guests will have a chance to experience
the food, stories, music, and hands-on activities of the period firsthand.
Historic re-enactors in authentic period dress will tell what life was
like for fugitives, conductors, abolitionists, and others involved with
the Underground Railroad. Experts in spinning, quilting, and toy making
will show how people made everyday necessities. Live musical performances
and food of the era will complete the overall experience, immersing guests
in the smells, tastes, sights, and sounds of life at Kelton House and
other stations along the Underground Railroad.
This event is made possible by the efforts of many volunteers, the Underground
Railroad Advisory Committee, and the Junior League of Columbus.
For more information or to reserve your ticket, please call the Kelton
House Museum at 614-464-2022.
Pearls: The Best Gift Your Grandmother Ever Gave You
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Hours: 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $10 per person; Free to Friends of Kelton House
The Kelton House is proud to announce its annual jewelry lecture.
Eva
Stein, local collector, will present “Pearls, The Best Gift Your
Grandmother Ever Gave You” on Sunday, November 22, 2009, at 2:00
p.m.
Ms. Stein will speak about the history and quality of pearls and the influential
women who wore them through the ages. See
photographs of famous pearls worn by famous women. She will display
an array of jewelry featuring pearls from her collection and sample pearls
of all sizes, shapes and colors. Available for sale. Design your strand!
If your pearls need to be restrung, please bring them to this event.
Light
refreshments will be served.
Reservations recommended; please contact (614) 464-2022 or keltonhouse@cs.com.
Call 614-464-4022 for parking information.
Doncaster Sample Sale
Friday,
December 11, 2009
Hours: 10 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
The Kelton House Museum will become a fashion boutique on Friday,
December 11, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You’ll find beautiful apparel
and accessories from the Doncaster 2009 Fall and Winter Sample Collection
all priced at 40% off retail prices. Every purchase will benefit the educational
programs of the Kelton House Museum & Garden, a community service
of the Junior League of Columbus.
Doncaster’s New York City design team has once again created a beautiful
line of separates, sizes 2-24, and accessories that will take you from
day to evening, work to weekend. Items not available in your size may
be ordered at 20% off the retail prices. Cash and major credit cards accepted.
Look
for the Doncaster Collection at www.doncaster.com or contact Molly Fanning
at mollymfanning@gmail.com for more information.
Friendship
and Freedom: A Play Featuring the American Girl Character Addy
Sunday, February 28, 2010
2:00 p.m.
Cost: $4 per Child 4 and Over; $6 per Adult. Please call 614-464-2022
for reservations.
The Imaginating Dramatics Company will perform Friendship
and Freedom featuring the American Girl character Addy.
The story tells of Addy, her escape from slave owners and starting her
new school in Philadelphia. She learns a lesson in true friendship.
Refreshments will be served and tours of the Museum will be available.
Free
parking is available in the Museum parking lot on Franklin Avenue.
For
more information, please call 614-464-2022.
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Speak Louder than Words: A Play Featuring the American Girl Character
Samantha
Sunday, May 16, 2010
2:00 p.m.
Cost: $4 per Child 4 and Over; $6 per Adult. Please call 614-464-2022
for reservations.
The Imaginating Dramatics Company will perform Actions
Speak Louder than Words featuring the American Girl character
Samantha. Set in 1904, the story tells of a lonely girl, Samantha, who
longs for a friend. When an Irish girl, Nellie, begins working next door,
Samantha meets her and they become friends regardless of their social
standing.
Refreshments will be served and tours of the Museum will be available.
Free
parking is available in the Museum parking lot on Franklin Avenue.
For
more information, please call 614-464-2022.
Mobsters
& Martinis: 2010 Kelton House Museum & Garden Gala
Friday, June 18, 2010
6:30 p.m.
Cost: $100 per person ($75 tax deductible). Please call 614-464-2022 or
contact the Museum at keltonhouse@cs.com for tickets and reservations.
The "Mobsters & Martinis" Gala will hearken back
to the American era of flappers, prohibition, and jazz.
The
Gala will celebrate the vision of founder Grace Kelton, the gift of generous
donors, the efforts of countless volunteers, and the commitment of the
Junior League of Columbus, the Kelton House's parent organization.
The
Gala will feature a 1920s-themed Murder Mystery, a Silent Auction and
Raffle, mock-Casino fun, and guided tours of the Museum. Costumes of the
era are encouraged. Hors d'oeuvres and speakeasy beverages, including
a signature martini, will be served.
All proceeds will support the educational programs of the Museum.
Parking
is available in the Museum parking lot on Franklin Avenue.
For
more information, please call 614-464-2022.
Victorian
Tea at Kelton House: 2010-2011
Calendar
Wednesday, August 11, 2010— Summer Bounty Tea
Wednesday, October 13, 2010— English Tea
Wednesday, November 10, 2010— Harvest Tea
Sunday, December 12, 2010— Christmas Tea
Wednesday, December 15, 2010— Christmas Tea
Sunday, December 19, 2010— Christmas Tea
Wednesday, February 9, 2011— Valentine Tea
Wednesday, March 9, 2011— St. Patrick's Day Tea
Wednesday, April 13, 2011— April Showers Tea
Wednesday, May 11, 2011— May Flowers Tea
Wednesday, June 15, 2011— Summer Social Tea
Each Tea begins at 12:30 p.m. and concludes by 2:30 p.m.
Tickets are $15 per person; $13 for Friends of the Kelton House
Reservations are required.
Throughout the year, the Kelton House offers Victorian-inspired teas with
a tasteful sampling of savories and sweets reminiscent of 19th century
ladies’ get-togethers. The menu for each Tea is different, but is
always accompanied by traditional Earl Grey tea.
Each Tea also includes a short educational program that usually reflects
either the season or an object from the Kelton House Museum collection.
Don’t be disappointed . . . make your reservations early.
Call Kelton House, (614)
464-2022, to get further information on upcoming teas.
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