5:30pm - 7:30pm

SOLD OUT

Join us in celebrating the Scottish tradition of Hogmanay during our Hogmanay High Tea event! Purchase includes a main level tour of the historic mansion exploring the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family. The experience will conclude with high tea in the beautifully decorated Coach House and a special bagpipe performance. High tea includes a set menu of delicious sandwiches, savoury bites, scones and sweets with a variety of tea options! Pre-registration required.

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

*Image is not an exact representation of what will be offered

5pm-7pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park! Tours run for approximately 45 minutes and concludes in the Coach House for tea or hot chocolate and assorted sweets.

Admission requires a “give what you can” donation per person of non-perishable goods that will be donated to the Cayuga Foodbank.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

11am-3pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park ! Tours run on-the-hour for approximately 45 minutes.

Please register for tours at the Welcome Centre. Admission is a “give what you can” monetary donation per person in support of Ruthven Park.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

11am-3pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park ! Tours run on-the-hour for approximately 45 minutes.

Please register for tours at the Welcome Centre. Admission is a “give what you can” monetary donation per person in support of Ruthven Park.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

5pm-7pm

$25 per person

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park! Tours run for approximately 45 minutes and concludes in the Coach House for scones and choice of tea, coffee or hot chocolate.

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

5pm-7pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park! Tours run for approximately 45 minutes and concludes in the Coach House for tea or hot chocolate and assorted sweets.

Admission requires a “give what you can” donation per person of non-perishable goods that will be donated to the Cayuga Foodbank.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

Saturday, December 7th 2024

6pm-8pm

SOLD OUT

Step back in time at Ruthven Park during our Victorian Christmas Tour experience! Experience the magic and wonderment of the the holidays through a special themed tour of the historic mansion where guests will be guided through a Victorian Christmas including an exclusive visit to the master bedroom decorated for the season! The experience will conclude with high tea in the historic Coach House. As guests sip their tea from a variety of tea options and enjoy the ambient sound of classical Christmas music, a set menu of delicious sandwiches, savoury bites, scones and sweets will be served making this evening an exquisite and unforgettable experience.

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

*Image is not an exact representation of what will be offered

5pm-7pm

$25 per person

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park! Tours run for approximately 45 minutes and concludes in the Coach House for scones and choice of tea, coffee or hot chocolate.

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

5pm-7pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park! Tours run for approximately 45 minutes and concludes in the Coach House for tea or hot chocolate and assorted sweets.

Admission requires a “give what you can” donation per person of non-perishable goods that will be donated to the Cayuga Foodbank.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

Sunday, December 1st 2024

1pm - 3pm

$35 per person (tax included)

Join us for a festive afternoon event filled with holiday cheer! Beginning with a self-guided tour of the historic mansion, where the main-level rooms are beautifully decorated for Christmas. Following the tour, guests will gather in the Coach House for an intimate Christmas concert by award winning musical artist Tia McGraff. Her heartwarming performance of Christmas songs will fill the air with festive spirit. This event includes complimentary baked goods, coffee and apple cider.

5pm-7pm

$25 per person

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park! Tours run for approximately 45 minutes and concludes in the Coach House for scones and choice of tea, coffee or hot chocolate.

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

5pm-7pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park! Tours run for approximately 45 minutes and concludes in the Coach House for tea or hot chocolate and assorted sweets.

Admission requires a “give what you can” donation per person of non-perishable goods that will be donated to the Cayuga Foodbank.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

11am-3pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park ! Tours run on-the-hour for approximately 45 minutes.

Please register for tours at the Welcome Centre. Admission is a “give what you can” monetary donation per person in support of Ruthven Park.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

11am-3pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park ! Tours run on-the-hour for approximately 45 minutes.

Please register for tours at the Welcome Centre. Admission is a “give what you can” monetary donation per person in support of Ruthven Park.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

5pm-7pm

Experience the traditions of Christmases past through the various generations of the Thompson family and our featured 'Christmas During World War I' Exhibit during our Christmas Tours at Ruthven Park! Tours run for approximately 45 minutes and concludes in the Coach House for tea or hot chocolate and assorted sweets.

Admission requires a “give what you can” donation per person of non-perishable goods that will be donated to the Cayuga Foodbank.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

12pm - 4pm

Join us for a special Remembrance Day exhibit on Monday, November 11th 2024. A beautiful poppy display will be set against the back drop of our historic Mansion where we pay tribute to those who served in the armed forces. The historic Coach House will feature exhibits highlighting the lives of the Thompson family in service, showcasing artifacts of their military connection. Admission to the exhibit is by a ‘give what you can’ donation.

6pm - 8pm

$25 per person

Join us for an extraordinary evening with renowned military historian Andy Robertshaw! The event will begin with a guided tour of the main level of the historic mansion, featuring select pieces from our WWI collection. Following the tour, guests will gather in the historic Coach House for an insightful one-hour talk with Andy Robertshaw, accompanied by refreshments.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see our special military exhibit and hear from a leading expert on military history!

Tickets are limited, reserve yours today!

*Tickets are non-refundable.

6pm-7:30pm

$25 per person

The Victorians were certainly into the occult and held many beliefs towards death and the afterlife. This experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The experience runs for approximately an hour and concludes in the Coach House for refreshments.

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

6pm-7:30pm

$25 per person

The Victorians were certainly into the occult and held many beliefs towards death and the afterlife. This experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The experience runs for approximately an hour and concludes in the Coach House for refreshments.

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

6pm-7:30pm

$25 per person

The Victorians were certainly into the occult and held many beliefs towards death and the afterlife. This experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The experience runs for approximately an hour and concludes in the Coach House for refreshments.

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

6pm-8pm

Join us for a special evening of ghostly fun at Ruthven Park! Special Halloween crafts and activities will be available in the historic Coach House for a howling good time! Then follow the lanterns to the front of the Mansion for a special treat!

Costumes Encouraged!

Admission is FREE!

Saturday, October 26th 2024

6pm - 8pm

Set within the hauntingly beautiful historic Coach House building of Ruthven Park, we invite you to indulge in a unique and atmospheric Haunted High Tea experience. Serving delicious and savory sandwiches, scones, sweets and selection of tea options. The experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The event will conclude with the haunted high tea held in the Coach House.

Dress in your finest gothic attire or simply come as you are - but keep your senses sharp, you never know what might be lurking around the corner..

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

Friday, October 25th 2024

6pm - 8pm

Set within the hauntingly beautiful historic Coach House building of Ruthven Park, we invite you to indulge in a unique and atmospheric Haunted High Tea experience. Serving delicious and savory sandwiches, scones, sweets and selection of tea options. The experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The event will conclude with the haunted high tea held in the Coach House.

Dress in your finest gothic attire or simply come as you are - but keep your senses sharp, you never know what might be lurking around the corner..

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

6pm-7:30pm

$25 per person

The Victorians were certainly into the occult and held many beliefs towards death and the afterlife. This experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The experience runs for approximately an hour and concludes in the Coach House for refreshments.

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

Wednesday, October 23rd 2024

6pm - 8pm

Set within the hauntingly beautiful historic Coach House building of Ruthven Park, we invite you to indulge in a unique and atmospheric Haunted High Tea experience. Serving delicious and savory sandwiches, scones, sweets and selection of tea options. The experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The event will conclude with the haunted high tea held in the Coach House.

Dress in your finest gothic attire or simply come as you are - but keep your senses sharp, you never know what might be lurking around the corner..

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

6pm-7:30pm

$25 per person

The Victorians were certainly into the occult and held many beliefs towards death and the afterlife. This experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The experience runs for approximately an hour and concludes in the Coach House for refreshments.

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

6pm-7:30pm

$25 per person

The Victorians were certainly into the occult and held many beliefs towards death and the afterlife. This experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The experience runs for approximately an hour and concludes in the Coach House for refreshments.

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

6pm-7:30pm

$25 per person

The Victorians were certainly into the occult and held many beliefs towards death and the afterlife. This experience will begin by guiding guests through the “Mansion in Mourning” where we guide you through the main level of the historic mansion that has been transformed into a Victorian funeral, discussing mourning practices of the nineteenth century. Guests will then be guided by lanterns to the Thompson family cemetery to hear a haunted tale. The experience runs for approximately an hour and concludes in the Coach House for refreshments.

*Please note that the cemetery walk involves uneven ground and is approximately 5 minute walk from the mansion

Tickets are Non-Refundable.

For questions and inquiries please contact info@ruthvenpark.ca

Ruthven Park’s 26th Annual Cars in the Park

Monday, October 14th 2024

Admission $10 per car.

Dash Plaques for First 100 Cars, Food Truck, Door Prizes, Historic House Tours, Cemetery Tours & Children’s Activities

Visit the beautiful Greek Revival mansion of the Thompson family. This guided tour experience explores the 5 generations of the Thompson family, showcasing the first and second level of the exquisite 19th century mansion.

Tours on the hour from 11am to 4pm.

Tour length: 45 minutes

Visit the Welcome Centre to register.

*Please note that tours of the historic mansion are subject to unexpected changes or cancellations due to unforeseen circumstances. We highly recommend contacting us prior to your visit to confirm tour availability and avoid any disappointment. Ruthven Park reserves the right to alter or cancel scheduled tours without prior notice. Thank you for your understanding.