# Spirit of Christmas Past: Candlelight Walking Tours

> Event for families in the Baltimore–Columbia–Towson area (MD). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Fri, Dec 4 (+5 more dates) · 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Where: Harford History Center, 143 N. Main Street, Bel Air, MD 21014
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: $20
- Organizer: Harford History Center
- Official page: https://www.harfordhistory.org/
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

Julie Brasch leads a nighttime walk through colonial-era Christmas celebrations in Bel Air. Tickets are limited and must be bought at least 24 hours ahead. If it is below 32 degrees at 6 pm, the tour moves indoors to the Hays House Museum.

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