Snow falling on the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center

Holidays at the Tavern

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Special Event
  • Dec 2, 2023 at 9:00 AM
  • Free

For generations, the Great Falls Tavern at C&O Canal hosted gatherings and festivities. Join us in kicking off the winter season by exploring holiday traditions and sharing in the spirit of community, both past and present. Come enjoy a day of holiday music, crafts, and a celebration of community!

 

Schedule of Events:

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Holiday Crafts - Learn about centuries-old holiday traditions and make your own stockings, candlelight ornaments. View and add to our community table that celebrates traditions from our local community and around the world.

10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Holiday Music Performance – Musicians will fill the Great Falls Tavern with traditional 19th century songs on the dulcimer

10:00 am – 12:00 pm: Light refreshments will be served by the Friends of the Great Falls Tavern

10:00 am - 3:00: Greeting Cards with a Ranger – Join a park ranger and make your own holiday greeting card!

 

Please note that all programs are available on a first come, first served basis and while supplies last. The event will be taking place at the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center in Potomac, MD. 

Fees

Participation in this event is free. An admission fee is required to enter the park.

Schedule

Date:

Dec 2, 2023

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

7 hours

Event Type

  • Children’s Program
  • Cultural/Craft Demonstration
  • Festival
  • Other
  • Partner Program
  • Performance
  • Talk
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