Calendar of Events

In November and in early December, Belle Grove only offers Manor House tours on weekends (Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m.). However, the grounds and the Beverley B. Shoemaker Welcome Center and the Museum Shop remain open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Belle Grove's 7th Annual Kris Kringle Market is Saturday, November 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, November 22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland with 100 vendor booths offering handcrafted treasures perfect for holiday shopping plus delicious treats and festive fun!

Learn how to make a beautiful holiday wreath of fresh greens at these workshops held during the Kris Kringle Market!

Belle Grove Plantation will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 26, 2026.

Belle Grove will be open for tours on Friday, November 27 & Saturday, November 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday, November 29 from 1-5 p.m. Tours begin at :15 past each hour. Tour groups are limited to 12 people and tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. The Museum Shop is fully stocked with great holiday gifts, too!

The amazing story of Abba and Frank Thornton, enslaved by the Hites and the progenitors of a 35 member family, some of whom they saw reach freedom.