Laketown Twp. — On Saturday, Dec. 2, hundreds of people gathered at the Felt Mansion in Laketown Township as cheers erupted on a holiday afternoon.
The annual Winterfest was held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Felt Mansion (6597 138th Ave.) in Laketown. This event was sponsored by the Laketown Township Parks and Recreation Commission.
This free event includes a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, music by the Dickens Carolers Dutch choir, free goodie bags for kids, face painting, live reindeer exhibits from the Kalamazoo Reindeer Farm, horse-drawn carriage rides, and more. It was a special feature.
Winterfest serves as the kickoff for holiday events at Felt Mansion. Those interested in touring historic buildings decorated for the season will have plenty of opportunities in the lead up to the holidays.
On Wednesdays, Dec. 6, 12, and 20, the mansion will host tea and tours from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Attendees can enjoy a self-guided tour of the mansion while sipping hot tea in antique and vintage teacups. The cost is $25 for adults and $20 for seniors and students. Children 10 and under are free.
Regular self-guided tours will be held on Thursdays, Dec. 7, 14, and 21 from 4 to 8 p.m. Prices are $20 for adults, $17 for seniors and students, and $50 for families. Children 10 and under are free.
On Fridays, Dec. 8, 15 and 22, the center will host candlelight tours from 6 to 8 p.m. Participants can explore the mansion using handheld electronic candles. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and students, and $60 for families. Children 10 and under are free.
Coffee and Cocoa Tours will be held on Sunday, December 10th and 17th. In addition to the self-guided tour, day-of attendees can participate in a holiday scavenger hunt. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and students, and $60 for families. Children 10 and under are free.
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The mansion asks visitors to arrive at least 45 minutes before closing to allow enough time for the tour. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit feltmansion.org. Free self-guided tour passes are not available during Christmas tours.
— Contact reporter Mitchell Boatman at mboatman@hollandsentinel.com.