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January 2010
01/14/2010
Homeschool Thank You Note Class
Experience the skills and obligations of proper young ladies in the 1800’s through the exploration and the art of writing a proper thank you note. Home school students are invited to attend this special class on thank you notes at Oaklands Historic House Museum on January 14, 2010. Lessons such as format and content of a thank you note and addressing an envelope will be taught. The class will be from 10:00 a.m. until noon, on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Oaklands Historic House Museum. Admission is $5.00 per person (children and adults over age 5). Reservations are required and can be made by calling Oaklands at (615) 893-0022 or email mb@oaklandsmuseum.org.
February 2010
02/02/2010 - 02/28/2010
The Language of Love and Courtship
Did you know that Victorian Valentines could cost as much as a day rental for a carriage? Oaklands Historic House Museum tours feature a month-long program that explores the courtship customs of the Victorian Era. The romantic language of flowers and fans, as well as the rules of engagement for courting will be presented on daily tours by the museum docents. The program is open to the public and worth seeing by all. Regular admission rates apply. Please contact Oaklands at 615-893-0022 or email: mb@oaklandsmuseum.org with questions or to make group reservations. School groups and homeschool groups welcome.
02/11 & 12/2010
Homeschool Victorian Courtship Customs Class
Feel the romance at Oaklands in the 1800’s when sweethearts were chaperoned, candies with printed messages were exchanged between boys and girls, and couples danced at elegant soirees. Home school students are invited to attend this special class on Victorian courting customs at Oaklands Historic House Museum on either February 11 or 12, 2010. Customs such as the Language of the Flower, the Language of the Fan, and period love letters will be explored.
The class will be from 10:00 a.m. until noon, on Thursday, February 11 and 12, 2010, at Oaklands Historic House Museum. Admission is $5.00 per person (children and adults over 5 years of age). Reservations are required and can be made by calling Mary Beth at Oaklands at (615) 893-0022 or mb@oaklandsmuseum.org.
March 2010
April 2010
04/29 & 30/2010
Days of Washing, Churning, & Learning
Teachers and parents can plan a day of hands-on-activities, demonstrations, crafts, and games. From 9:00am – 1:00pm, children can come and experience chores from the 1860’s when they wash clothes on a washboard, make candles, churn butter, and beat the rugs. For more information and reservations, please call 893-0022 or email mb@oaklandsmuseum.org.
May 2010
05/15/2010
Free Day in May
Oaklands Historic House Museum will be open free of charge to the public. Come and enjoy a tour with ladies dressed in their southern attire and soldiers in uniform. The entire family will enjoy demonstrations, crafts, & games. Tours available from 10:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m.
05/23/2010
An Elegant Evening with Cocktails and Dinner
Please join us for our annual spring fund raiser in support of Oaklands Historic Home Museum. This year’s event promises to be a lovely evening at the home of Sally and Billy Ledbetter. Guests will enjoy delicious fare from the Dining with Oaklands cookbook and a delightful time visiting with friends in one of Murfreesboro’s most beautiful historic homes. Tickets are $75.00 each. For reservations please call 615-893-0022 by May 20th. We proudly thank our sponsors: Lane Dentisty, Jim Ed Lane, DDS; G. Ron and Judy Nichols; and Wilson Bank & Trust.
June 2010
06/03/2010 and 06/04/2010
RUTHERFORD COUNTY HERITAGE DAY CAMP
presented by
Oaklands Historic House Museum and Sam Davis Home
Children ages 6 through 12 will have a chance to step back into the past during Rutherford County Heritage Day Camp at Oaklands Historic House Museum in Murfreesboro and at the Sam Davis Home in Smyrna. This enriching day camp will take place on June 3 & 4, 2010. On June 3, children will meet at the Sam Davis Home and experience the rich history of the house and grounds and then will visit the elegant mansion at Oaklands on June 4. Children will have an opportunity to learn the rich history of the only two historic house museums in Rutherford County through being introduced to the Davis and Maney families and their lives during the Civil War and living on a plantation. The children will tour each house and grounds, make crafts, and play games. They will enjoy traveling back through time to experience life as a visitor in the nineteenth century. Tuition is $20. This cost covers supplies used during the week and a snack each day. The camp runs from 9:00 a.m.-12 noon. A camp registration form must be received by May 26, 2010. Space is limited and reservations can be made by calling Oaklands at (615) 893-0022/mb@oaklandsmuseum.org or Sam Davis Home at (615)459-2341/education@samdavishome.org.
06/14-16/2010
Oaklands Victorian Craft Camp
Children ages 6 through 12 will experience hands-on materials and craft making during this new camp offered at Oaklands Historic House Museum June 14-16, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon. Tuition is $50. This cost covers supplies used during the week and a snack each day. A camp registration form must be received by June 7, 2010.
06/21/2010 – 06/25/2010
Front Porch Pastimes Day Camp
Children ages 6 through 12 will have a chance to step back into the past while being introduced to period games, chores, crafts, and cooking. The camp will be from 9:00 am - 12 noon and there are limited spaces. Reservations are required and are currently being accepted.
July 2010
07/12/2010 – 07/16/2010
Antebellum Academy presented by Oaklands Historic House Museum
This week long camp is available for girls ages 13 and up. The girls will study etiquette, dance, penmanship, music, needlework, and art. Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact: Oaklands Historic House Museum, (615) 893-0022 or www.oaklandsmuseum.org
August 2010
Have you seen our exhibition on slavery at Oaklands? Do you know where the plantation slaves are burried? "Beyond the Plantation" is still up and waiting for you to view!
September 2010
09/21/2010
Oaklands Historic House Museum will host "A FINE WINE AFFAIR” on Tuesday, September 21 at Daffodil Hill, home of Oaklands Board Member Kirby McNabb.
The wine tasting/alfresco dinner will start at 5:30pm and is sponsored by Maple Street Grill, Ganache Desserts and Murfreesboro Magazine. www.murfreesboromag.com Various food stations will be set up with an appropriate wine served with each station for the perfect pairing. "The Eclectics" will provide an entertaining evening. For more information and reservations, please call 615-893-0022 or email jwm@oaklandsmuseum.org.
09/2010 (dates to be announced)
Days of Washing, Churning, and Learning
Teachers can plan a day of hands-on-activities, demonstrations, crafts, and games. From 9:00am – 1:00pm, children can come and experience chores from the 1860’s when they wash clothes on a washboard, make candles, churn butter, and beat the rugs. For more information and reservations, please call 893-0022 or email mb@oaklandsmuseum.org.
October 2010
10/01/2010- 10/31/2010
Widows, Weepers, and Wakes: Mourning Customs Exhibit
Held at Oaklands Historic House Museum, 900 North Maney Avenue, Murfreesboro. Victorian mourning customs will be explored. Contact: Oaklands Historic House Museum, (615) 893-0022 www.oaklandsmuseum.org
10/01/2010
"Mourning at Dusk"
Oaklands presents "Mourning at Dusk" a wake and fundraiser. Mourning attire recommended. Proceeds from this event will go to the restoration of the Maney gravestones at Vine Street Cemetery. For additional information please contact Oaklands Historic House Museum at 615-893-0022 or email: jwm@oaklandsmuseum.org
10/2010 (dates to be announced)
Mourning by Candlelight at Oaklands Historic House Museum
Held at Oaklands Historic House Museum, 900 North Maney Avenue, Murfreesboro. A tour of Evergreen Cemetery and Oaklands Mansion by candlelight will be given by reservation only. Contact: Oaklands Historic House Museum, (615) 893-0022 www.oaklandsmuseum.org
November 2010
11/2010 (date to be announced)
Oaklands Annual Membership Luncheon
December 2010
12/03/2010
Oaklands Association Membership Gala
Annual Christmas party and silent auction to benefit Oaklands Historic House Museum. Reservations can be made by calling 893-0022.
12/04/2010
Oaklands Candlelight Tour of Homes
Usher in the holiday season with an enchanting tour of historic homes. The annual Oaklands Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes will be from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. The tour, sponsored by the Oaklands Association, will feature beautiful and historic private homes and the graceful Oaklands Historic House Museum. Set in the historic district of Murfreesboro, stops along the delightful tour will be festively adorned historical homes and churches, dressed in holly and evergreens. Additionally, the Sons of the Confederate Veterans, Murfreesboro Camp #33 will present living history demonstrations on the lawn of the mansion. Admission is charged. Contact: Oaklands Historic House Museum, (615) 893-0022 www.oaklandsmuseum.org
12/06/2010 -12/17/2010
Victorian Holiday Tours for School Groups
Experience Victorian holiday customs through decorations and tales from the past as you tour the elegant Oaklands Mansion. Program includes a video presentation, special tour of this gracious mansion and creating historic ornaments to be taken home. This program is available to home school groups and school groups. Reservations Required. Contact: Education Director Oaklands Historic House Museum, (615) 893-0022.
12/09/2010
Homeschool Holiday Tour
Homeschool students are invited to visit Oaklands mansion for the holidays. On December 9, 2010 from 10am to noon, we will offer the Victorian Holiday Customs tour. This will include a tour of the mansion decorated for the holidays and customs from the 1800's. Students will also make a period ornament to take home. The cost is $5 per person (children and adults over 5 years of age). Reservations are required and space is limited. If you would like to make reservations, please email name, number of adult reservations, number of child reservations, and phone number for contact person to Mary Beth Nevills, Oaklands Educational Director at mb@oaklandsmuseum.org. This is a wonderful time to experience the elegant mansion.
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