Description
🕯️ Historic After-Hours Open House
An Evening Inside the Mason House
Step quietly inside the Mason House after dark for a relaxed, self-guided evening focused on history,
atmosphere, and the stories held within these walls.
- Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
- Time: 6pm – 8pm
- Ticket: $15 per person
- Format: Self-guided
- Stories: Every 30 minutes
- Location: Mason House Inn — Bentonsport, IA
- Capacity: Limited attendance
No jump scares.
Advance registration required. This event will run regardless of attendance.
About the Evening
This is a calm, history-forward open house. Guests are invited to wander at their own pace through
select areas of the historic home—reading short story displays, observing architectural details, and
taking in the mood of the house after hours.
Every 30 minutes, a brief spoken story will be shared, offering historical context about the house,
the river, and the people who once passed through Bentonsport when the river was the road.
🕰️ What to Expect
- After-hours access to select areas of the historic home
- Self-guided exploration at your own pace
- Short historic stories shared every 30 minutes
- Candlelit, low-key atmosphere
- No overnight stay included
- No structured tour, investigations, or jump scares
📍 Important Notes
- This is a historic building with uneven floors and stairs
- Some areas of the house may remain closed
- No alcohol permitted
- Please dress warmly in colder months
- Respectful behavior is required at all times
🕯️ Why We Do This
The Mason House has stood for generations—witnessing travel, work, illness, celebration, and loss.
Opening the doors after hours is our way of sharing that history—quietly, intentionally, and without spectacle.
Some visitors return.
Some stay overnight another time.
Some simply carry the story with them.
All are welcome.
FAQ
Is this a paranormal investigation or ghost hunt?
No. This is a calm, history-focused open house with a candlelit atmosphere and short spoken stories.
Is it guided?
The experience is self-guided. A brief spoken historic story will be shared every 30 minutes, but guests explore at their own pace.
How long should I plan to stay?
Most guests spend about 60–90 minutes, but you may stay during event hours.
Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are non-refundable.
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