Dover December First Saturday

“…and Scary Ghost Stories”: Victorian Storytelling
Stories are offered on the half hour beginning 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
John Bell House on The Green
A Victorian Christmas was a time to celebrate the past and hope for the future. Enjoy the holiday tradition of scary ghost stories by the fire with a holiday treat.

Guided Tours of Legislative Hall
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

A Victrola for Christmas
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Johnson Victrola Museum
Guided tours will examine the marketing strategy of Victor Records and listen to holiday music on authentic Victor Talking Machines.

Biggs Kids: Ornaments
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Biggs Museum of American Art
Decorate your tree with ornaments inspired by the permanent collection at the Biggs. All ages welcome. Free with adult admission.

Stories of The Green Walking Tour
Tours are offered hourly beginning 10 a.m. Last tour leaves at 3 p.m.
Meet at the John Bell House on The Green
The Green reveals many tales from Dover’s history.

Governor’s Holiday Open House
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
At Woodburn – The Governor’s House

Historic Holiday Traditions
1 p.m.
The Old State House
This presentation will examine different historic holiday traditions of the 18th century.

A Victorian Christmas
1:30 – 4 p.m.
Kent County Courthouse, 38 The Green
As a reminder of old values in a rapidly changing world, Christmas helped to restore peace and harmony after the Civil War. Explore holiday traditions of the Victorian Era and make a Christmas craft.

Tours of the Schwartz Center for the Arts
2 – 4 p.m.
226 S. State Street
See the historic theater and all that it has to offer.

The Nutcracker, Presented by the Ballet Theater of Dover
2 and 7 p.m.
Schwartz Center for the Arts
Enjoy this holiday classic presented in a beautiful, historic theater. Call (302) 678-5152 for tickets and information