NOTICE
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
THE SITE WILL BE CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE EVENT AND WILL RE-OPEN ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD AT 10AM.
Things to See & Do
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Historic Mansion tours are running on Weekends. Explore the Thompson family’s stories and the history enveloped into this stunning estate.
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Free to explore: Ruthven Park’s beautiful forested trails, sunlit meadows, and peaceful river views.
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Check out our schedule, migration highlights, and how to get involved. RUNNING UNTIL NOVEMBER 1ST
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Located in the Carriage Way building, explore 19th-century farming through historic tools and displays showcasing how early farmers worked the land using animal power and nature’s rhythms. Free admission during park hours. OPEN UNTIL OCTOBER 12TH
Ruthven Park’s 28th Annual Cars in the Park
Monday, October 12th 2026
10am-4pm
Admission $10 per car.
Rev your engines and cruise over to Ruthven Park for an exciting day of incredible vehicles, automotive heritage, and local history. Bring the family and enjoy the show!
Dash Plaques for the First 100 Registered Vehicles
Historic Mansion Tours and Guided Cemetery Tours
Children's Activities
Concession Stand & Door Prizes
Rain or shine, we'll see you there!
Mansion in Mourning & Haunted High Tea Events
SOLD OUT
Trick or Treat Night
Sunday, October 25th, 2026
4 PM–7 PM
Join us for a fun-filled Halloween evening at Ruthven Park, with activities and seasonal fun for the whole family!
Halloween crafts and activities in the historic Coach House
A Halloween themed scavenger hunt throughout the main grounds
A special peek inside the Mansion, decorated for Halloween with displays from our Mansion in Mourning and Victorian séances and superstitions exhibit.
Sweet treats for little visitors
Admission is FREE! Costumes are encouraged!
For those looking for a little extra adventure, Cemetery Tours will be offered every 30 minutes by a “give what you can” donation from 1 PM–5 PM.
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Use trails at own risk during inclement weather.
trails are not maintained during the winter season.
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