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Edwardian Christmas family tour set for Dec. 20, 2025 at Sarah Jane Williams Museum

Justin Barber

18 Dec 2025

Clarington Library, Museums & Archives will host a guided Edwardian Christmas tour of Waverley Place on Dec. 20, 2025, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Sarah Jane Williams Museum. Registration is required, and the program is intended for families with children in Grades 1–5. Donations to local food banks will be accepted.

The one‑hour visit features holiday décor and opportunities to try old‑fashioned games during a guided tour of Waverley Place. The event is categorized as All Ages.

One session is scheduled for Dec. 20. The event’s formal title is “Edwardian Christmas Holiday Tour (Families).”

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