Step back in time with us for a magical afternoon of history, homes, and holiday cheer! Join the Danville Historical Society for its 52nd Holiday Tour – Everything Old Is New Again on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Rain date: Sunday, December 14, 2025, 1 p.m.–5 p.m.).

Discover Danville’s layered history

From its early days as a fording site along the Dan River to a thriving tobacco and textile industrial hub, our city’s story is rich and evolving. The Danville Historical Society preserves this past—artifacts, photographs, stories—so that each home we visit not only gleams with holiday lights, but also echoes the voices of those who came before.

What to expect on the tour

Imagine strolling through cheery, beautifully decorated historic residences and landmark buildings—each uniquely restored, each with a story. On this year’s “Everything Old Is New Again” tour, you’ll be treated to:

Site 1 Danville Fire Station Headquarters (No. 1) - 600 Lynn Street Pick up your tour programs and browse the Fire Station’s mini museum, home of the antique steam pumper affectionately known as ‘Little Mary.” Holiday ornaments and other DHS merchandise will be available for sale at this location.
Site 2 The Burton, #3A - 522 Bridge Street A beautifully decorated 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in a renovated tobacco “plug and twist” processing factory in the heart of the River District, one of Danville’s National Register historic districts.
Site 3 Red Grove - 834 Grove Street A unique Renaissance Revival home built from plans purchased at the 1876 Philadelphia Exposition; Red Grove is Danville’s only Danville’s only Y-shaped house.
Site 4 Sunshine Cottage - 124 Chestnut Street A charming Victorian cottage brought back from the brink of ruin by the current owner, this colorful home has loads of charm and stories galore.
Site 5 Green-Perkinson-Garbett House - 931 Green Street One of the oldest homes in Danville, this antebellum home was originally a two-over-two structure built on the vast estate one of Danville’s early medical doctors, Dr. Nathaniel Terry Green.
Site 6 First Baptist Church - 871 Main Street This grand brick Gothic church dates to 1882 and is the home of the second oldest congregation in Danville.
Site 7 Kaufman-Hoffman-Byrd House - 278 West Main Street This 1922 duplex was modeled after a design by architect J. Bryant Heard and was built on land that was once part of “Ficklen’s Field.”
Site 8 Magee House - 284 West Main Street This stately Georgian Revival style home, designed by architect J. Bryant Heard, was built in 1922 on land that was once part of “Ficklen’s Field.”

These properties illustrate how thoughtful renovations bring the past into the present while preserving its character and charm.

Tour details & ticket information

Check-in: Begins promptly at 11 a.m. Saturday at Danville Fire Department Headquarters – Station 1, 600 Lynn Street, Danville, VA 24541.
Tickets:
- In advance: $30
- Day of event: $35
Rain date: Sunday, December 14, from 1–5 p.m. in the event of inclement weather.
Your participation supports the Danville Historical Society’s on‐going efforts: formalizing its strategic plan, preserving collections, and promoting the city’s past for future generations.

Why you’ll love it

This isn’t just a house tour—it’s a celebration of reinvention. It’s homes that remembered their past, but weren’t stuck in it. Old wood floors, intricate moldings, gracious porches—these historic gems have been updated with modern comfort and style. It’s a chance to see how the story of Danville—its architecture, its industry, its people—lives on and transforms.
Bring loved ones, soak up the holiday spirit, and feel the true meaning of “Everything Old Is New Again.”

Save the date & join us

Mark your calendar for December 13, plan to arrive at check-in at 11 a.m., and secure your advance tickets today for the best value. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a visitor discovering Danville’s heritage for the first time, this Holiday Tour promises warmth, wonder, and inspiration.

We look forward to welcoming you—under the glowing lights of the past, refreshed for the present.

Warmest holiday wishes,

The Danville Historical Society Tour Committee

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52nd Holiday Tour

Everything Old Is New Again

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