Spirits of the Past: A Walk in the Dark

Get ready for a ghoulishly good time!

Friday - Sunday, October 16 - 18, 2026
Friday - Sunday, October 23 - 25, 2026
Friday, October 30, 2026

Tour the Historic Village by candlelight, if you dare! Part history lesson, but fun, part spooky, this year’s tour will explore the dark and macabre tales of Edgar Allan Poe!

Tours last approximately 75 minutes between 5 – 9 p.m.; groups leave the Toll House during their time window and to begin their tour.

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Ticket Information

Become a Museum Member to enjoy discounted tour tickets plus FREE daily admission May – November.

Tickets for all Spooky Season events go on sale in early September 2026.

Tour Information

When you purchase your Spirits of the Past ticket, you will be prompted to select your tour time window. In that 30-minute window, line up at the Toll House and tours of approximately 22 will launch on a regular schedule. Once called, your group will exit the Toll House with a guide an enter the candle-lit recesses of the 19th Century Vilage.

Specialty Tours Offered:

  • October 18
    • The 5:30 tour is sensory-friendly (no prowlers) and offers ASL interpretation. This tour is open to all and is not exclusive to only those needing accommodations. 
  • October 30
    • Each tour on Friday October 30 will be extra spooky. These tours are not for the faint of heart! 

Food & Beverage

Come early and stay late to enjoy food, drink, bonfires, and a frighteningly fun atmosphere! But don’t hang out for too long and miss your 30-minute window to head into the Historic Village for your walk!
  • Depot Restaurant
    • Open each night from 5 – 8:30 p.m.
    • Grab a wrap or burger and a drink.
  • “Fright” House Pub & Spirits Lounge
    • Open from 5 – 9 p.m. 
    • Featuring beer, wine, cider, and specialty cocktails.

Shopping

 

Visit special, spooky vendors and don’t forget to stop by the Flint Hill Store when you join us for Spirits of the Past: A Walk in the Dark!

You’ll find a variety of spooky, mystical, and fun seasonal products, in addition to our village-made pottery, maple goods, fudge, GCV&M merch, and more!

The Flint Hill Gift Shop will be open from 5 p.m. –  8 p.m. each night of Spirits. 

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