Holiday Traditions 2024

Celebrate the Season with Us at the 57th Annual Holiday Traditions at Ellwood House Museum!

The Ellwood House Museum is excited to invite you to experience the magic of the holidays at our 57th Annual Holiday Traditions celebration! From November 13 through December 15, step inside the beautifully decorated Ellwood House Mansion and immerse yourself in the spirit of the season. Take a guided tour through the fully decorated rooms of the historic Ellwood House Mansion, and this year, we're excited to also offer tours of the first floor of Ellcourt, the second historic home on the property, beautifully decorated for the season.

Rooms are decorated with the help of organizations, groups, individuals, and Ellwood House Staff.

Our annual Holiday Traditions Weekend will happen December 7-8, during the event, guests will be able to take their time on a self-guided tour of the mansion, partake in some holiday music, and fun! Members have exclusive access to the mansion the evening of December 6 — consider joining today to start your holidays early.

Holiday Traditions Schedule

Holiday Tours
November 13 - December 15
Wednesday - Sunday
1 PM - Ellwood Mansion
2 PM - Ellcourt
3PM - Ellwood Mansion
Closed on Thursday, November 28

Holiday Traditions Weekend

Saturday, December 7
4 PM - 7 PM
Sunday, December 8
1 PM - 4 PM

Holiday Weekend Musician Schedule:

Saturday, December 7
Mansion:
4PM - 5:30 PM: Thunderbird Cello Ensemble
5:30 PM - 6PM: St Mary’s School Choir
6PM - 7PM: Vocal Ensemble
Ellcourt:
5PM - 6PM: DeKalb Brass

Sunday, December 8
Mansion:
1PM - 2PM: Suzuki Strings
2PM - 3PM: Crosswinds Flute Ensemble
3PM - 4PM: Reilly Farrell
Ellcourt:
2PM - 3PM: Fulton Chamber Players

Holiday Tour Ticket Prices Holiday Weekend Ticket Prices

Adults - $12
Students - $10
Seniors - $10
AAA Members - $10
Military - $10
Youth (Ages 6-17) - $6
NIU Honors Students - $6
Children (5 and under) - Free
Museum Members - Free

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