Themed “A Walk Through Time,” this year’s tour invites guests to explore the evolution of architecture in Fredericksburg. The tour is
self-guided with docents available in each home to explain its unique features.
The seven homes on the tour record the history of Hill Country homebuilding, beginning with the “rock houses” built by the frugal pioneers who settled this area and built their homes using the abundant limestone they quarried here.
From there, an increase in available building materials led to grander homes built in the Victorian style toward the end of the 19th century.
The early 20th century saw the emergence of Arts and Crafts style bungalows as young people returned to Fredericksburg after seeing and studying architecture in bigger cities. Later, the 20th century also brought even more modern design features to Fredericksburg, and the area saw a surge in mid-century modern elements.
Holiday Market
As with previous Home Tours, this year’s tour is coupled with the annual Holiday Market. The Holiday Market will be held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Historic Sanctuary and Social Hall at 312 W. San Antonio St. and will feature 20 high-end, artisanal Hill Country vendors.
Home Tour tickets cost $40 and include admission to the Holiday Market and the Pioneer Museum. Tickets to attend only the Holiday Market are $12 and include admission to the Pioneer Museum, as well.
Preview Party
For those wanting to be the first to shop the Market, a Holiday Market Preview Party will be held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17. Tickets for this special event are limited and cost $45. This Preview Party includes appetizers, champagne and entertainment.
For more information about the Historic Home Tour and the Holiday Market or to purchase tickets, visit pioneermuseum.org.
TICKETS
Historic Home Tour $40 (includes Holiday Market admission and Pioneer Museum admission).
Holiday Market $12 (includes Pioneer Museum admission).
Holiday Market Preview Party $45 (tickets are limited).
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