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Savor the Romance of Vintage Valentines During This Holiday-Oriented Postcard Exhibit

Has your busy schedule been weighing you down? If so, it’s time to take a break and explore the city. Originally built in the 1880s, the Otis House was originally built as the family home for sawmill owner William Theodore Jay. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, the Otis House Museum has a special treat in store for you!

The Otis House Museum at Fairview-Riverside State Park will have vintage Valentines, post cards and various seasonal greeting cards on display through the month of February in honor of Valentine’s Day. Incorporated into the tour, learn a bit of history about this popular holiday while viewing vintage valentine’s, hand embroidered postcards, Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas cards as well. This program celebrates all the holidays, many of these cards are adorned with their 1-cent postage stamps attached.

The program is free with museum admission of $4 per person aged 13 – 61; however, ages 12 and under as well as those 62 and older are admitted free. Please call 985-792-4652 to schedule a time to tour.

We know you love your home at Brookstone Park Apartments in Covington, Louisiana, but it’s important to stay active and involved in your community. Attending this event is the perfect chance for you to journey outside your comfort zone to meet new people and seek new opportunities.

Event Time/Date:
Thursday, February 28, 2019—4:00 PM

Event Venue Location:
Otis House Museum
119 Fairview Drive,
Madisonville, Louisiana 70447

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