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A Christmas Haunting: Charles Dickens’ Spirits

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Waynesville’s rich history and reputation as a haunted village provide the perfect backdrop for this unique holiday experience. The Seth Silver Haines Mansion, with its storied past and eerie ambiance, enhances the immersive atmosphere of this Victorian ghost story.

About the event

Experience a chilling Victorian tradition at the historic Seth Silver Haines Mansion (McKee Manor) in Waynesville, Ohio. Did you know that ghost stories became a cherished part of Christmas during the Victorian era? Families would gather around the hearth on Christmas Eve, sharing tales of the supernatural, believing the long, dark nights were the perfect backdrop for such stories. Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol revived this tradition, intertwining the festive spirit with eerie encounters. Now, you can experience this tradition firsthand at the Seth Silver Haines Mansion, a Gothic home built in 1854, believed to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad. The original brick was covered with stucco in 1909, and parts of the tunnel used to bring runaway slaves up from the river are still in evidence. 

 

👻 Group Details

  • Limited to 12 guests per group

  • Intimate, interactive experience

 

🎭 Dress Code

Feel free to dress in holiday attire or embrace the spooky spirit of the season.

 

💰 Admission

$30 per person (includes performance, exploration, and refreshments) Fun for the family, Ages 10+ Are Welcome!

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Please refrain from arriving intoxicated.

  • This is a private residence; respect for the property and fellow guests is appreciated.

  • The venue includes stairs; please ensure you and your guests are able to navigate them.

Dayton CVB Seeks Public Input on COVID-19 Recovery Efforts

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The Dayton Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is asking for the public’s help in guiding marketing strategies that will support the economic recovery of the local hospitality and tourism industries.   The COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure of attractions, businesses, and restaurants and resulted in a devastating decline in hotel room bookings.  The CVB has launched a local tourism sentiment survey to gauge the public’s views on returning to the Dayton region’s attractions, hotels, and businesses now that restrictions are being lifted.

A link to the Dayton CVB’s local travel sentiment survey can be found here.  Those who take the survey can also register to win a $50 VISA gift card.  The survey begins on Monday, June 15, 2020 and runs through Monday, June 29, 2020.

“The Dayton CVB is committed to playing a crucial leadership role in the economic recovery of the local hospitality and tourism industries,” said Jacquelyn Y. Powell, president and CEO of the Dayton Convention & Visitors Bureau.  “We encourage local residents to take the short 5-7 minute survey to help guide the CVB’s marketing efforts, and to help our local economy’s recovery.”

According to Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics Company, the hospitality and tourism industries support more than 21,300* jobs in Dayton and Montgomery County.

The Dayton/Montgomery Convention & Visitors Bureau, an independent, non-profit organization funded by a county-wide customer hotel/motel bed tax, serves as an economic catalyst by marketing and promoting the community as THE Ohio destination and providing services for tourism events, conventions, leisure and business travel and advocacy for destination development.