MURFREESBORO, TN – Oakland's Mansion, once at the heart of a 1,500-acre plantation, will offer guided nighttime tours on Thursday, October 24. The mansion, with its rich history, holds an eclectic and diverse narrative due to its involvement in numerous trials and tribulations throughout the years.

Executive Director James Manning informed WGNS that Connor Moss, a member of Oakland’s staff, will guide visitors through the home during next month’s tour…

For over three generations, enslaved families lived, worked, and died on the plantation, which included 19 dwellings for laborers. However, all activity on the property came to a halt in 1862 during the Civil War, when troops battled on the mansion’s front lawn... The skirmish severely impacted the Maney family that once owned the plantation, as crops and outbuildings were destroyed, leaving them financially devastated. A war claim filed with the federal government brought no compensation, adding to their struggles.

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MORE ON NIGHT-TIME TOURS: Visitors of Oaklands can walk the dimly lit halls as your guide, Special Events Representative, Connor Moss, regales you with tales of the macabre traditions surrounding death and dying in the 19th century. The lights will be low. The mirrors draped in black. Coffins sit quietly in the parlor awaiting grieving mourners. You can almost hear a funeral dirge played faintly in the distance.

This exclusive experience will be offered on Thursday, October 24, 2024 to small groups of 20 guests or fewer. Tours will begin on the hour at 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Admission is $30.00 for adults and students ages 12 & up. This event is not recommended for small children.

This event is limited to 60 guests. Tickets must be pre-purchased online in advance. Free parking is located at Oaklands Park Picnic Pavilion 427 Roberts Street Murfreesboro, TN 37130.

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Inaugural Fall Craft Fair at Oakland's Mansion

Don't forget, the fall craft's fair will be at Oakland's Mansion on Saturday, September 7th from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Craft Fair Schedule

• 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Fair open to guests
• 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Gift Shop and Visitor Center open
• 10:00 am – 4:30 pm – Mansion open for free self guided tours
• 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Scavenger Hunt entries accepted for door prize
• 11:30 am – 3:30 pm – Silent Auction Bidding Open – Maney Hall
• 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Music by The Branums – Front Porch
• 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm – Music by Alex Jordan – Front Porch

Oaklands Mansion is nestled in Oaklands Park, a native tree arboretum and natural wetlands, which includes Maney Spring as well as heritage and native gardens.