*Homes subject to change. For information and tickets call (800) 259-1714.

Experience the charm of Historic Natchitoches during this annual holiday event

Jefferson House - 229 Jefferson StreetLocated along the Cane River Lake in the Natchitoches Historic District. A Colonial style home built in 1967 by Jules Barre

Cunningham Cottage - 305 rue Poete The Tudor revival (Norman) cottage is decorated with more than 100 nutcrackers collected over the years, representing a variety of literary, classical music, professional, and trades characters. A German pyramid complete with candles and revolving nativity scene is traditionally on the dining table.

SATURDAY, December 9 & 16“Steel Magnolia Christmas”Steel Magnolia House (circa 1830) - 320 rue JeffersonBuilt prior to 1841, by Italian architect Trizzini and builder Soldini, this home was moved back from the street to its present location in the early 1900s. It was said to have been used as a Civil War hospital and a more recent claim to fame was the on-site filming of the movie “Steel Magnolias.” It’s the most photographed home in Natchitoches.

Lemee House (circa 1830) - 301 rue JeffersonDecorated with period Christmas greens and historical memorabilia belonging to members and friends of the Association for the Preservation of Historic Natchitoches, Lemee will have a different holiday look. Guests will sip hot cider and listen to carolers as they hear about Christmas in the early 19th century.

Trinity Episcopal Church (circa 1850s) - 533 Second St.The church continues to serve as a house of God going on two centuries. Beautifully adorned for the Christmas season with natural materials, historically significant pieces of art and communion vessels are shown.

Cunningham Law Office (circa 1860) - 550 Second St.The Natchitoches Historic Foundation bought and restored this fine example of a mid-19th century law office, housing five generations of lawyers over more than 150 years. The Law Office is decorated with period antiques and art, and houses the part of the Mildred Hart Bailey collection of Clementine Hunter paintings left to the Foundation. The office is beautifully decorated with seasonal and traditional natural materials, where docents will welcome guests with stories and information about the property.

$20 tickets per person/per day.

The Natchitoches Historic Foundation proudly announces the sites for the 2017 Christmas Tour of Homes available to visitors. Focusing on the expression of the Christmas season, all of the sites for the 2017 tours are located in the Historic District. Each day, the sites showcased are in walking distance of each other.

THURSDAY, December 7 & 14 “Christmas on the Cane”Ducournau Townhouse (circa 1860s) - 752 Front St.This is one of two commercial structures that includes a carriage drive from the front into a rear courtyard, a feature primarily associated with the French Quarter architecture in New Orleans. Damaged by fire, the building was renovated in the mid-20th century. Ducournau Townhouse occupies the second and third floors of the Ducournau Building.

Gahagan House - 855 Washington St. Once owned by the late Russell Gahagan, a local attorney, this home showcases pure architectural elements, as much as it did 40 years ago. Visitors will be welcomed warmly into this newest addition to the homes on tour.

Prudhomme Roquier House - 446 rue JeffersonThis Save America’s Treasures property, circa 1790, is the only known two and one-half story bousillage structure on the North American continent. Owned and operated by the Service League of Natchitoches, Inc.

Cunningham Law Office (circa 1860s) - 550 Second St.The Natchitoches Historic Foundation bought and restored this fine example of a mid- 19th century law office, housing five generations of lawyers over more than 150 years. The Law Office is decorated with period antiques and art, and houses the part of the Mildred Hart Bailey collection of Clementine Hunter paintings left to the Foundation. The office is beautifully decorated with seasonal and traditional natural materials, where docents will welcome guests with stories and information about the property.

FRIDAY, December 8 “Christmas Along Poete” Once again, NHF will host visitors along Poete Street between Jefferson and Second Streets to highlight venues for Mrs. Claus with her cookies to decorate, Santa’s elves helping children to create ornaments from natural materials, dancers celebrating the season, musicians playing seasonal music, and other events for family fun. Additionally, houses along Poete will be open for touring.

Scott Corner House - 104 rue Poete Classic Creole style with West Indies influence, this three story raised plantation house has a double gallery, lower level brick columns, and hipped roof. The decor includes nearly 300 pieces of pottery imported from Poland, and Clementine Hunter art and relics.

Complimentary Admission for Saturday Tour Ticket Holders Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum

800 rue Front St. The 27,500-square-foot museum complex provides a permanent home for the Sports Hall of Fame and its collection of portraits and memorabilia celebrating the achievements

of more than 300 Louisiana athletes, coaches and other sports figures. Located on the second floor, the Northwest Louisiana History Museum explores the evolution of unique cultural traditions

of the area from early native-American civilizations to the present.

2017 Natchitoches Historic Foundation

Christmas Tour of Homes

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Brochure funded by Natchitoches Historic Development Commission and Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau

Festival of Lights/Christmas Festival is presented by the City of Natchitoches and the

Historic District Business Association.

2017 Festival of LightsNov. 18, 2017 - Jan. 6, 2018Over 300,000 Christmas lights and 100 lighted set pieces illuminate downtown Natchitoches and Cane River Lake every evening at dusk through January 6, 2018. All Christmas events take place in Downtown Natchitoches and along the banks of Cane River Lake. All times and dates are approximate and subject to change.

Thursday, November 165:30pm Join us to celebrate the dedication of rue Beauport Riverfront • Free

Saturday, November 18Free Admission to Downtown Riverbank9am-4pm Les Amies Christmas Treasures Arts & Crafts Sale Natchitoches Events Center, 750 Second Street • FREE4pm-7pm Holiday Open House – Historic District Business Association Shops & Attractions Open Late4:30pm-10pm “Turn on the Holidays!” – A Natchitoches Main Street event! Join us for the official start to the Natchitoches Christmas season as we turn on the Christmas lights. This event features musical entertainment, children’s activities, and fireworks!Music on the Downtown Riverbank Stage • FREE4:30pm-7pm Mike McKenzie Band 7pm Fireworks over Cane River Lake • FREE7:30pm-9pm Johnny Earthquake and the Moondogs 9pm-10pm Joe Stampley

Friday, November 24Free Admission to Front Street and Downtown Riverbank3pm-9pm Holiday Kids Fest on the Downtown Riverbank • $

Saturday, November 25 Downtown Riverbank $6 admission after 1 pm, ages 12 & overAdvanced armbands will be available to purchase Nov. 1st.9am-4:30pm Fleur de Lis Arts & Crafts Show - Natchitoches Events Center, 750 Front St. • FREE10am-9pm Holiday Kids Fest on the Downtown Riverbank • $Music on the Downtown Riverbank Stage4:30-7pm LaCour Bros Trio7pm Fireworks over Cane River Lake • FREE7:15pm-9:30pm Louisiana Red

Wednesday, November 297pm Natchitoches/Northwestern Christmas Gala, A.A. Fredericks Auditorium, NSU Campus • $ Buy Tickets in Advance

Thursday, November 307pm Natchitoches/Northwestern Christmas Gala, A.A. Fredericks Auditorium, NSU Campus • $ Buy Tickets in Advance

Thursday, December 7Free Admission to Front Street and Downtown Riverbank 5pm-8pm Christmas Tour of Homes “Christmas on the Cane” hosted by

Natchitoches Historic Foundation. For tickets call: (800) 259-1714 • $

Friday, December 8Free Admission to Front Street and Downtown Riverbank3pm-9pm Holiday Kids Fest on the Downtown Riverbank • $5pm-8pm Christmas Tour of Homes “Christmas along Poete” hosted by

Natchitoches Historic Foundation. For tickets call: (800) 259-1714 • $6pm Christmas Musical at First Baptist • 508 Second St. • FREE

Saturday, December 9 *Admission to Downtown Riverbank beginning at 1pm $6 ages 12 & overAdvance armbands will be available to purchase Nov. 1st.10am-9pm Holiday Kids Fest on the Downtown Riverbank • $1pm-4pm Christmas Tour of Homes “Steel Magnolia Christmas” hosted by

Natchitoches Historic Foundation. For tickets call: (800) 259-1714 • $Music on the Downtown Riverbank Stage4:30pm-7pm Cane River Soul7pm Fireworks over Cane River Lake7:15pm-9:30pm Lisa Spann & Co.

Sunday, December 106pm Christmas Musical at First Baptist • 508 Second St. • FREE

Tuesday, December 126pm “Lessons & Carols” Featuring NSU Chamber Choir. Trinity Episcopal Church • 533 Second St. • FREE7pm-9pm “Lessons & Carols” Featuring NSU Chamber Choir. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church • 613 Second St. • FREE

Thursday, December 141pm-4pm Christmas Tour of Homes “Christmas on the Cane” hosted by Natchitoches Historic Foundation. For tickets call: (800) 259-1714 • $

Friday, December 15Free admission to Front Street and Downtown Riverbank3pm-9pm Holiday Kids Fest on the Downtown Riverbank • $

Saturday, December 16*Admission to Downtown Riverbank beginning at 1pm $6 ages 12 & over.Advance armbands will be available to purchase Nov. 1st.10am-9pm Holiday Kids Fest on the Downtown Riverbank • $1pm-4pm Christmas Tour of Homes “Steel Magnolia Christmas” hosted by Natchitoches Historic Foundation. For tickets call: (800) 259-1714 • $Music on the Downtown Riverbank Stage4:30pm-7pm Louisiana Sideman7pm Fireworks over Cane River Lake7:15pm-9:30pm Chicken on the Bone

Sunday, December 17Live Nativity • Corner of Williams & St. Clair

Friday, December 22Free admission to Front Street and Downtown Riverbank3pm-9pm Holiday Kids Fest on the Downtown Riverbank • $

Saturday, December 23Free Admission to Front Street and Downtown Riverbank10am-9pm Holiday Kids Fest on the Downtown Riverbank • $4:30pm-7pm Rivers Revue7pm Fireworks over Cane River Lake7:15pm-9:30pm Hank Staples & Thundercreek

Saturday, December 307pm Fireworks over Cane River Lake • FREE

HAPPY NEW YEAR!December 3 - 23 • Photos with Santa6pm-8:30pm Visit nightly with Santa on the south end downtown riverbank • FREE

91st ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FESTIVALLouisiana’s Premiere Holiday Event!Celebrate the Christmas season in Louisiana’s oldest city. Enjoy our daylong festival filled with music, entertainment, arts and crafts, food vendors, the parade, and our famous firework show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. Admission armbands are required for entry to Front Street and Downtown Riverbank. Advance armbands will be available to purchase November 1 online and at local businesses. $8 ages 12 and over, and free under 12. Festival day Admission: $10 ages 12 and over, and free under 12.

Saturday, December 210am - 4pm Christmas on the Cane at Fort St. Jean Baptiste SHS, Celebrate

18th century style with historians, re-enactors, and period merchants. $4 for persons 12 & under 62.

1pm Festival of Lights Parade - 610 Stompers Grand MarshalsMusic on the Downtown Riverbank Stage3pm-4pm Entertainment4pm-6pm Jo-El Sonnier6pm Fireworks over Cane River Lake

Friday, December 17pm & 9pm Natchitoches/Northwestern Christmas Gala, A.A. Fredericks Auditorium, NSU Campus • $ Buy Tickets in Advance

“Make memories with your family and friends at our new rue Beauport Riverbank stage and festival area as we celebrate 91 years of Natchitoches

Christmas festival, one of the nation’s oldest holiday festivals.” Come celebrate, discover, and explore Natchitoches.”

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