2023
Special Guided Tour of the Glen
Sunday, November 12, 1:30 pm
The Glen is the large wooded ravine area on the National Park Seminary property. Using historic photos, you will see what features are long gone and those that are still there today, both built and natural, and learn how they were used by the students. The tour is limited in size and to those 12 years old or older. Reservations will be required for this tour with payment of $25 per person. The reservation includes 30 pages of historical photos of the Glen and light refreshments.
As you walk through the wooded ravine, be prepared for uneven terrain, steps, and possible mud or water, so sturdy shoes are needed. Directions, parking, and other details will be sent a few days before the tour.
Guided Tour of the Glen at National Park Seminary on November 12, 2023 at 1:30pm
The Magic of the Sound from the Seminary Ballroom Victrola
Saturday, December 2 from 7 to 9 pm
This very rare Victrola Auditorium Orthophonic speaker (horn) dates to 1927, the year the National Park Seminary Ballroom was completed for this private school for women. Now you can delight to the sounds of music that the students heard and danced to on many occasions.
SOS welcomes you to the Ballroom for a social and educational evening:
6:45 pm Ballroom doors open
7-7:45 pm Presentations on the Seminary horn’s history and restoration by Victrola historian Mark Lynch and audio engineer Dave Zeller
7:45-9 pm Music from the 1920s to the 1940s for listening and dancing
Ticket price is $10 per person and includes savory and sweet refreshments. RSVP and purchase tickets online by November 30.
Vintage clothing encouraged but optional. Kick off your holiday season with this evening of history, music, socializing and dancing!
SOS Ballroom Victrola Music and Dance – 7-9pm, Dec. 2, 2023