"Stories of an Abandoned Virginia " Halloween Mansion Night Tour
About this Event
In the darkness of Halloween night, you enter the iconic abandoned Dunnington Mansion - candles lit, incense burning, acoustic Alice in Chains playing on the Sonos. After a brief indoor and outdoor flashlight tour of the iconic decaying Victorian mansion, you will be led to a room in the house for John Plashal's visual storytelling presentation. John has not only spent many years identifying and photographing beautifully abandoned and decaying houses, churches, schools, asylums and other structures throughout our state but has assimilated into their respective communities to learn about their accompanying backstories. The result is "Stories of an Abandoned Virginia", a unique presentation full of powerful imagery and emotional stories revolving around local landmarks that have been "frozen in time". Halloween night inside of the Dunnington Mansion is the perfect venue and the perfect evening to experience this program. Seats are limited. First come, first serve.
Originally known as the Poplar Hill Plantation, the current beautifully abandoned Dunnington Mansion was actually a very modest four room home before it was acquired by Captain John Knight, who eventually passed it down to his daughter India and her tobacco tycoon husband, Walter Grey Dunnington. A subsequent massive renovation by the Dunningtons expanded the square footage of the house to 8500, including 14 rooms. Currently abandoned for over two decades, the mansion now sits alone by herself, in a beautiful state of decay and under the ownership of the Dunnington Mansion Foundation.
THIS IS A NON-REFUNDABLE TICKET WITH NO REQUEST EXCEPTIONS. IF THE EVENT IS CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER, FULL REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED.
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What type of experience should I expect during this event with the purchase of a ticket? The ticket includes a 25 minute narrated historical tour of the property in the darkness of Halloween night followed by John Plashal's 70 minute "Stories of an Abandoned Virginia" presentation.
Is this the program for me if my interest is exclusively for photography? No. While flash photography and phone videography is permitted during this event, this is NOT the opportunity for tripods/long exposures/drones. This will be an evening designated for a flashlight historical tour at night, followed by a fascinating presentation about Abandoned Virginia.
Will I get to see the inside of the mansion? For the most part. Almost all rooms are safe and accessible. The few rooms that are inaccessible will be cordoned off.
What is your refund policy? This is a NON-REFUNDABLE TICKET with no exceptions. If you are unable to make the event due to ANY CIRCUMSTANCE, the money you paid for your ticket(s) will be donated to the Dunnington Mansion Foundation .
What should I bring to the event? A flashlight and yourself.
Will you conduct the event in bad weather? Yes we will, unless the forecast is for torrential or extreme weather. We reserve the right to cancel the program in the event of bad weather. Should a cancellation occur, a full refund will be offered and notifications will be sent no later than 2 days before the event so our guests can cancel hotel reservations without penalty.
I see that I have the option to donate additional money to the Dunnington Mansion Foundation. Can you tell me more about that organization? Sure. Here is the link : The Dunnington Mansion Foundation
Do you offer discounts for youths, military or senior citizens? Unfortunately not for this event.
Are there restrooms on the property? A Port-o John will be available for use.
Is the property handicapped accessible? Unfortunatley the property is not conducive to guests with physical disabilites.
Is this tour child friendly? No it is not. We respectfully request that no kids be present. We will not enforce it but ask that you keep the ticket purchases to adults only.
Do you conduct other events/tours in Virginia? Yes we do. Please visit www.johnplashalphoto.com for a comprehensive list of events.
I am traveling from afar and in search of lodging recommendations. Any suggestions? Farmville is just a few minutes away and has many lodging accommodations that fit ALL budgets.
Who do I contact if I have questions? Please contact John Plashal at "[email protected]" with any questions.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 95.00
