Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of an old-fashioned Christmas at Sam Houston Park, as The Heritage Society (THS) presents the 45th Annual Candlelight Tour – The Sights and Sounds of the Holidays, on Friday and Saturday, December 7 and 8, 2007 (6:30 – 9:30p.m.).  

Houston’s past comes alive as visitors stroll along paths lit by glowing candlelight and experience a long-standing Houston tradition for holiday gathering. Guests can tour the interiors of Houston’s most historic structures, each decorated to portray an era in Houston’s history. Along the way, carolers will lift their voices in joyful song, and the sounds of music will usher in the holiday spirit. Storytellers and crafters will take visitors back in time as they experience how holidays were celebrated in the past. After making holiday crafts in Santa’s Workshop, children can visit with St. Nicholas and have their pictures taken while sitting on his lap. In addition, The Heritage Society Museum will present “Sounds of the Past”, an exhibit featuring an extensive collection of phonographs, radios, and disc records.  

Tickets may be purchased in advance at The Heritage Society at 1100 Bagby or via phone for $10.00 (adults), $5.00 (seniors & students), and children(12 and under) are free. Cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, and American Express are accepted. In addition, tickets may be purchased at the gate.  All proceeds benefit The Heritage Society to further the mission of preserving the past while educating for the future.