Golden Village Christmas

There's no better way to jump-start the holidays than at Historic Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern's "Golden Village Christmas" event. Strolling carolers will serenade shoppers while they savor a free cup of hot mulled cider. A large assortment of unique artisan-crafted gifts will be for sale inside and outside. There will also be a bake sale, fresh holiday greenery, and winter produce. At the special children's shopping area, kids under the age of 12 will be able to buy gifts for their family for the princely sum of $1 per gift. Tavern elves will help them select appropriate gifts and then wrap them as well. Santa will be waiting inside the Carriage House to greet children and have pictures taken (11a.m. - 1p.m.) Bring your camera, or make a donation to have one printed out on the spot. All four Tavern Guilds will be open and demonstrating their skills, including the Blacksmiths, Woodworkers, Quilters, and Spinners & Weavers. The Tavern Restaurant will be open for lunch, and the food concession stand outside will have refreshments for on-the-go eating. Dating back to the late 1700's, the Tavern will be decked out for the season, making it a perfect time to visit the Northern Neck!