Death Comes to Sabine Hill State Historic Site

October 18, 2024 - October 19, 2024

Event

October 18, 2024 - October 19, 2024

6:00 pm to 9:30 pm EDT


Location

Sabine Hill State Historic Site 2328 West G Street Elizabethton, TN 37643

About this event

Visit Sabine Hill State Historic Site for a unique after-hours candlelight tour of the historic Taylor House. Learn about 18th and early 19th century funeral customs, superstitions, mourning attire, funeral food, and much more. Pay your respects to the deceased at the wake and meet historically dressed interpreters throughout the house and grounds as they demonstrate the traditions and professions associated with death and mourning in Early America. Subject matter may be too sensitive for younger visitors. Parental discretion is advised.

This event takes place on October 18-19th, with several different time slots. Register for the event here, admission is $14 per person.