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High Point Mansion was designed and built for Milton and Catherine Hershey. The couple moved into the home in 1908. It is open for tours on Saturdays with advanced reservations. Experience its historic grandeur, from the graceful rounded entry hall to the octagonal breakfast room. Admire many original furnishings and hear stories of how Mr. and Mrs. Hershey lived and entertained in their gracious home.
Things to note:
- Tours are currently held on Saturdays only.
- Tour tickets are released on the 15th of every month for the following month.
- Tour tickets will only be sold online, and must be purchased at least one day in advance of a tour. Tickets will not be sold at High Point Mansion. (https://tickets.mshersheyfoundation.org/WebStore/landingPage)
- Tours typically last 60-75 minutes, and require standing/walking. Seating is not available. We welcome personal wheelchairs, walkers and folding seat canes. One wheelchair is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- There is a 12-guest maximum per tour, plus two tour guides.
- Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your tour.
- Tours will congregate at the bottom of the front porch steps.
- Tours are recommended for children ages 8 and older. Items not permitted: strollers, large bags, backpacks, food and drinks. Photography is not permitted inside the building.
- Free parking is available in the adjoining lot, which is accessible through the gated entrance off Mansion Road.
- Tours that are cancelled due to inclement weather (icy conditions, significant snow accumulation) will be posted here on the homepage of HersheyStory.org. Once your order has been processed, no refunds or exchanges will be accepted.