About This Tour
Learn 3 eras of American history in this one-hour walking tour on the grounds of Smith’s Castle, even when the museum is closed! Bring your smartphone and meet the FreshMaps team to get your “digital clue packet” (app download and internet access required). Visit this colonial American treasure, built in 1678, and learn its rich history from pre-colonial times to today. Our digital story map delivers videos at several points around the property, then offers “challenges” – trivia, puzzles, and mini games that make learning history fun! You’ll learn about: – pre-colonial indigenous culture – early colonial trading & gardening – King Philips War stories – Revolutionary War connections – Renovations through the years to this small house museum
Photo Gallery
Visit the oldest surviving plantation house in America.
Fun, interactive "scavenger hunt" experience, with videos, trivia and puzzles!
Learn of renovations through the years to this small house museum
Beautiful sunrises over the quiet cove.
Colonial, herb and three sisters style gardens
Learn about games colonial children played
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Meeting Point
Pull in the driveway, park and walk to main entrance. We will meet you outside, by the sign board.
Special Instructions
Pre-load the MooveGoXR app on your smartphone or device while you have Internet Access, then you'll get a "digital clue packet" to load in the app at the FreshMaps table onsite.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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Michelle Girasole
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