Annual Tours and Events

  • Walking Tour

    Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Snohomish's historic businesses and residences on a self-guided walking tour, featuring more than 60 historical points of interest. Maps are available year-round at the Blackman Museum. For a guided tour, please schedule by calling or emailing us.

  • Parlor Tour

    Experience the magic of the annual December Parlor Tour where you can explore the interior of numerous historic homes and admire Victorian architecture adorned in elegant holiday decor. Tickets are available in advance at McDaniels Do it Center, Joyworks, and Annie’s on First, or on the day of the tour at the Waltz Building. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for seniors (60+) and children 12 and under.

    This year’s parlor tour will be Sunday December 15th from noon to 4 p.m.

  • Home Tour

    Embark on a journey through time with this self-paced tour of historic homes in town. Appreciate the intricate beauty of decorative millwork, stained glass windows, and vintage light fixtures, many of which are original and preserved to this day. Our home tour is held in September.

  • Barn Tour

    Come along on our Barn Tour where you will learn about the agricultural history and significance of these iconic structures. Explore local barns—new and old—and gain an appreciation for their role in shaping our town's farming heritage. The Barn tour is held every October.

  • Tweed Bicycle Ride

    Join us in the charm-filled cycling experience along the Centennial Trail, where you can showcase your turn-of-the-century attire. Following the ride, savor refreshments and a spot o’ tea. You’ll also receive that year’s collectible, vintage-inspired Tweed Ride participant swag. The Tweed Ride takes place every September.

  • Haunted Walking Tour

    Step into the mysterious world of the supernatural every October with the Haunted Walking Tour. This ghostly expedition takes you through downtown's most haunted spots, unearthing the town's captivating stories of long-departed residents who are said to still roam these very grounds.

“The streets are uniformly wide, laid out in a pleasing manner and are well tended. For the greater portion of the year, handsome, well-kept lawns and a profusion of flowers greet the eye upon every hand. Nearly all the residences’ lots are provided with fruit trees and ornamental shade trees.”

— The Tribune Supplement, 1902