Halloweekend
October 31 @ 11:00 am - November 3 @ 4:00 pm
Halloweekend @ JCHS
Thursday, October 31 – Sunday, November 3
Celebrate Halloween Weekend at JCHS, where history meets mystery in the heart of Port Townsend, a Victorian seaport with a spirited past. From October 31st to November 2nd, join us for “Hall-O-Weekend” festivities that merge local lore with festive fun.
Kicking off the events, the Museum of Art + History will be handing out treats at Main Street’s beloved downtown trick-or-treating and parade along Water Street. On Friday evening and Saturday morning, dive deeper into the shadows with our Legends + Lore: Halloween Edition tour. This exclusive, ticketed walking tour has been specially adapted for Halloween to explore eerie tales and unexplained mysteries that are woven into the fabric of Port Townsend’s history.
On Saturday, November 1, Free First Saturday offers waived admission for all to explore the historic building and jail, while the “Hidden Haunts” scavenger hunt offers a gently spooky adventure for kids throughout the museum.
Here’s a snapshot of the Hall-o-weekend Program Schedule:
- Trick-or-Treat on Water Street: Candy and handouts for kids along Water Street in front of the Museum on Thursday, October 31 from 3:45 – 5:45PM.
- Legends + Lore Walking Tour: Special Halloween-themed edition of our Legends + Lore guided downtown walking tour on Friday at 5PM and Saturday 11AM, with limited space available. (This is a ticketed event; get tickets here.)
- Free First Saturday: Complimentary admission to explore the historic museum building and jail. Extended hours: 11AM to 7PM.
- Kids’ Hidden Haunts Scavenger Hunt: A spooky scavenger hunt to find hidden friendly ghosts throughout the museum, included with any museum visit during the weekend. Simply ask for a copy of the scavenger hunt activity upon arrival to the museum. Kids always get in FREE!
JCHS is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Jefferson County. This Halloween, we illuminate the more unusual, sometimes eerie corners of our history, inviting visitors to experience the curiosity-inspiring blend of historical authenticity and Halloween mystery.
Join us to explore, learn, and be spookily entertained.