WHERE: West Overton Village, 109 W. Overton Road, Scottdale, PA 15683
From West Overton Village:
Step into the shadows this Halloween at West Overton Village & Museum!
This October, explore the eerie origins of Halloween traditions from ancient Celtic rituals to Victorian parties and today’s trick or treat.
Uncover the dark and fascinating history behind your favorite haunted holiday. Local Halloween celebrations once spanned days of frightful fun. Learn about the debauchery of Chalk Night and Mischief Night across southwestern Pennsylvania. Hear true tales of neighborhood pranks from the ever-popular “corning” to more dangerous hijinks: wheelbarrows hanging from telephone poles, signs missing from buildings, and entire wagons hoisted onto roofs.
Tour the 1838 Overholt Homestead by candlelight. Try some Victorian fortune telling party games: Who will be your future love? Will you become wealthy? Who in your group will meet an untimely demise?
Stop by a re-created 1800s Halloween party and enjoy a historical treat.
After your tour, visit West Overton Distilling for a Halloween-themed cocktail.
