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What You'll Get
Choose from Three Options
- $20 for a historic Alexandra candlelight tour for two (a $40 value)
- $40 for a historic Alexandra candlelight tour for four (a $80 value)
- $60 for a historic Alexandra candlelight tour for six (a $120 value)
During the candlelight tour, groups learn about and taste the history of chocolate. Guests receive a chocolate ration—a common practice during the French and Indian War—made by the historic division at Mars. Illuminated by flickering candlelight, tours explore Gadsby’s Tavern Museum—guests see how chocolate beverages are created out of beans, and enjoy 18th-century music and dancing. Tours also visit the Lee-Fendall House, a Victorian home where participants can sample 19th-century style fudge.
The Fine Print
Promotional value expires Dec 14, 2014. Amount paid never expires. Limit 4 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Valid only for option purchased. Limit 1 per visit. Merchant's standard cancellation policy applies (any fees not to exceed Groupon price). Valid for tours on 12/13/14 or 12/14/14. Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
About Historic Alexandria
When America's first six presidents needed a place to celebrate, they headed to Gadsby’s Tavern. Home to Thomas Jefferson's inaugural banquet and two of George Washington's Birthnight Balls, the tavern also hosted plenty of community dances, musical performances, and meetings for local organizations. These days, Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tours blends history, seasonal decorations, music, and tours highlighting festive traditions. Tour Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, Carlyle House, and Lee-Fendall House, enjoying seasonal decorations, entertainment, and light refreshments. This year Lloyd House joins the tour, hosting members of Beth El Hebrew Congregation, the oldest Jewish congregation in Northern Virginia, as they share the traditions of Hanukkah. Tour runs anytime between 4pm-9pm.