Mixing Spirits at Merrehope
This evening of enchanting cocktails and divine food pairings is inspired by the spirits of Merrehope. The mysteries of the night intertwine with delightful flavors for Mixing Spirits of Merrehope! Savor the mystical pairings across a four course tasting experience and unveil the secrets behind these enchanting cocktails. You will experience Eugenia’s Bubbly Brew, a Ruby’s Red Lounge, an 1859 Old Fashion and a McLemore’s Hoodoo Voodoo. Your evening also includes an upstairs tour of “Mourning at Merrehope” – a fascinating reproduction of Victorian mourning in a Neoclassical home.

Limited Tickets Available - $75 each
Must purchase in advance. Must be 21 or older.

Sponsored by: Weidmann’s and Cathead Distillery.

Tuesday, October 17, 2023
6:00 - 8:00 PM

Mourning at Merrehope
"Gone But Not Forgotten"
Full Month of October
“A reproduction of Victorian mourning in a neoclassical home.”
Come experience the period of mourning set by Queen Victoria. This period of mourning began in 1861 after the loss of her husband Prince Albert and was embraced throughout Europe and the Americas as the proper way to mourn the loss of a loved one.
The second floor of Merrehope will be staged as a family living in the home would have prepared it during a period of grief.

Very special events and apperances to be announced.

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday l 10AM to 3PM
Admission: $10 l $5 for Students
Includes a full tour of Merrehope

55th Annual Trees of Christmas at Merrehope
November 19- December 31, 2023
Merrehope, a magnificent 24 Room Neoclassical Revival Mansion - circa 1859
905 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. in Meridian, Mississippi

Join us as we celebrate the 55th Annual Trees of Christmas. Merrehope will take on a new look as talented designers and groups decorate over 50 spectacular trees and festive exhibits "All Thru the House"� as well as on the veranda and grounds. Open daily for tours Nov. 19 through Dec. 31. Take a look at our unique special events or schedule your own event.

Trees of Christmas Tours:
November 19th — December 31st, 2023
Mon - Sat 10am - 4pm
Sun 1pm - 4pm Special entertainment each Sunday
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day

Holiday Tour Admission:
Adults $15 | Military & Senior Citizens $10 | Students $5

Opening Gala
November 19th • 1pm - 4pm
Tours, Live Entertainment & Holiday Refreshments
Adults $15 | Military & Senior Citizens $10 | Students $5

Advent Wreath Making
Sunday, November 26th • Merrehope Veranda • 1pm - 4pm
Make your own Advent Wreath. All ages are invited to participate.
$15 (does not include tour)
Sponsored by World of Flowers

Cocoa & Cookies with Mrs. Claus
Sunday, December 3rd • Merrehope • 2pm - 4pm
Join the JOLLINESS and have delicious cookies and hot cocoa with Mrs. Claus. Photos of your children with Mrs. Claus and the beautiful trees are encouraged. Tour included.
$5 Children & Students

Mimosas & Merrehope
Saturday, December 9th • Merrehope • 10am - 12 noon
Tour, Live Entertainment, Brunch Faire, and Mimosas
$50 (Limited to 60 - buy your ticket in advance)

Spirits of Christmas
Thursday, December 14th • Merrehope • 6pm - 8pm
Bring your own spirits and tour Trees of Christmas at Merrehope at night under the Christmas lights
$15 (includes tour, entertainment, light refreshments)

Christmas Yoga
Tuesday, December 19th • Merrehope • 5pm - 7:30pm
5:00pm Open for Tours for yoga participants only
5:45pm - 6:45pm A slow mindful yoga practice with meditation
Tours continue until 7:30pm for participants
$15 (includes yoga/meditation practice and tour)
Brought to you by Courtney Taylor & Wild Soul Yoga

"Toast Together" Reception
Sunday, December 31st • Merrehope • 2pm - 4pm
Let's "Toast Together" as we celebrate the final day of the 55th Annual Trees of Christmas 2023
$15 Adults | $10 Military & Senior Citizens | $5 Students