Tippecanoe and Christmas Too: A Holiday Afternoon Inside Downtown Tipp City
Historic homes are the heart of downtown Tipp City, and for one December afternoon, they became the centerpiece of the season. Tippecanoe and Christmas Too invited guests to step inside, slow down, and experience how history and holiday tradition come together in our community.
Along Main Street and South 5th Street, nine historic homes opened their doors, each decorated for the season by the homeowners themselves. Guests moved from home to home, discovering original woodwork, stained glass windows, thoughtful updates, and festive details that reflected both the history of each space and the personality of the people who live there.
Select homes featured holiday tablescapes created by local designers, adding moments of creativity along the tour. We are grateful to Rachel Upton, Always Blooming, David Fair Interiors, The Design Bar by Kirsten Hutton, Fox and Feather Trading Co., Molly Williams, and Sharon Bledsoe Designs for sharing their talent through these special table displays.
Beyond the homes, the tour extended into downtown with special stops that added warmth and connection to the afternoon. Guests visited the Cookie Chalet at Frings and Bayliff, explored the Tipp City Baltimore and Ohio Freight Station, and checked in at Mauk Cabinets by Design, which also hosted the holiday raffle baskets.
What makes Tippecanoe and Christmas Too truly special is the generosity behind it. Homeowners welcomed guests into their personal spaces, volunteers ensured the tour flowed smoothly, and downtown partners helped create an experience that felt thoughtful and well cared for from start to finish.
We are grateful for the support of our sponsors who helped make this event possible. The tour was presented by Mauk Cabinets by Design, with supporting sponsors Sibcy Cline Realtors Mark Davison and Jackie Halderman, Monroe Federal Savings and Loan, Up North Construction, Main Street Financial Group Thrivent, Park National Bank, and Abbey Credit Union.
Each year, Tippecanoe and Christmas Too reminds us that preservation is about more than buildings. It is about people who care deeply for the places they call home and are willing to share them with the community.
Thank you to everyone who joined us this December and helped make the tour such a meaningful part of the season. We look forward to welcoming guests back inside these historic homes again next year.
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