Join us on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:00 for a tour of at the houses at Chestnut Square. Learn about the homes and the families that lived in them from 1854 – 1920. On the second and fourth Saturday of each month at 11:00 am. take a trolley tour through McKinney's Historic District. Our knowledgeable docents will share McKinney's history and beautiful architecture from the comfort of the historic trolley. Private tours are also available by reservation. Pair a Chestnut Square tour, trolley tour or historic speaker with a tea in our beautiful Dulaney House or Bevel Reception House. Want something spookier? We've got Ghost Tours for you! The Ghostly Hauntings of Chestnut Square tour is available every third Saturday at 8:00 p.m. This two-hour behind the scenes, lantern lit tour of Chestnut Square tells the haunted history of each house. In October of each year, experience the haunted history of downtown McKinney and Chestnut Square on the annual Legends of McKinney Ghost Walks. Private Ghost Walks are available by reservation.

For reservations for any of our historic tours, please call 972-562-8790 or email info@chestnutsquare.org

We have lots of ways for you to volunteer at Chestnut Square.  The time you spend at Chestnut Square can make a big difference.  Whether you pitch in to maintain the buildings and grounds, docent for an elementary school or public tour, help put exhibits together, demonstrate crafts or perform reenactments at our Living History Days, you’re helping to bring history to life.  We currently need docents for public and school tours and anyone who is interested in cleaning the houses monthly!

When you hold your next historic moment at Chestnut Square Historic Village you’ll be able to customize the experience to meet your vision for the day.  Our helpful staff will work with you to decide on the best  setting for your event and provide tables, chairs and linens.  You take it from there!  You’re free to select your florist, caterer and entertainment.   We provide the setting for you to make your own history! We also offer Settlers Hall at Pecan Grove for your historic moment.  If you have out of town guests in McKinney for your event, we recommend the Holiday Inn & Suites...ask them for the Chestnut Square Historic Village rate!

Hear the hammer’s clang on the blacksmith’s anvil. Taste delicious Dutch oven cooking. Touch cloth woven on an antique loom.  See how butter is churned. Smell the campfire. Yesterday’s living is a treat for the senses at The Chestnut Square Prairie Adventure Camp!  2012 camps will be held in June and July. 

Saturday, February 25

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Grand Ballroom at the Grand Hotel

Downtown McKinney

Reservations:  $20, $18 in advance

Enjoy vintage fashions from 1850 to 1920, the latest spring fashions from CAbi, and an elegant buffet luncheon at the beautiful Grand Hotel.

Sponsored by:

The Heritage Guild of Collin County

CAbi - Carol Anderson by invitation

Rick's Chophouse

Proceeds benefit Chestnut Square Historic Village

Join Us for our January Winter Market Saturday, January 21

8:00 a.m until noon

Many of your favorite vendors will be there!

To learn more about Mckinney's History

We've got a great tour of McKinney's Historic District for you to enjoy!  Learn about the history of McKinney and see the beautiful homes in McKinney's Historic District (second only to Galveston!) Click here for more details. 

Want something spookier?  We've got Ghost Tours for you! 

Chestnut Square Gets Spooky at Night!

The Ghostly Hauntings of Chestnut Square Tour

3rd Saturday of every month 8:00 p.m.

Tours start at the Schoolhouse at Chestnut Square

$20/person

Children under 12 not permitted. 

Children 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult

Check out the footage from Channel 33!

Support Chestnut Square and
Read About McKinney's History!

  To purchase a copy,
click here!

Winter Markets at Chestnut Square

Third Saturday of each month, 8:00 a.m. til noon

Click here to meet some of our vendors!

Click here to meet our newest vendors!

Come on Down to Chestnut Square!

Chestnut Square Historic Village brings Collin County history to life with events, educational programs and tours. The collection of ten historic houses and buildings represent life in Collin County from 1850-1930.
Our docents lead public tours on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. and share their knowledge about Collin County history, the houses and buildings and the families who lived in them.
We also offer weekly events, facility rentals and more!

• The Mckinney Farmers Market continues in 2012!  Look for more vendors and all the great produce and entertainment  you enjoyed in 2011!  Our weekly markets begin again on April 7. Coffee provided by Coffee & Cream and breakfast burritos from Market Street.
  
• Weddings are  bettter than ever at Chestnut Square!  Our Bevel Reception House and Chapel hosted more than 100 weddings and receptions in 2011.  New in 2011 Settlers Hall at Pecan Grove Memorial Park is available for memorial services, funerals, group meetings, services and weddings.  Remember to keep Chestnut Square and Settlers Hall in mind for your historic moment! For more information on our facility rentals and wedding offerings, call 972-467-9823 or contact us.
  
  
• We’ve changed our membership structure to offer even more benefits…check out our membership form and sign up today! 
  
  
• Check out our latest newsletter to learn what’s happening at Chestnut Square.
  
  
• Make a difference to Chestnut Square today. Donate to our operating fund or endowment fund or sponsor a building or program.