The Robbins Hunter Museum is a historic house museum built in 1842 in the village of Granville, Ohio. It is considered to be one of the finest examples of Greek-Revival architecture in the country.
The museum is open for tours Wednesday - Saturday, 1-4 pm. Please check the plan your visit page for holiday hours and group tour information. We ask that you call ahead for groups of six or more people.
MUSEUM SPECIAL HOURS
Join us on Saturday, December 6 for Granville’s Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour!
The Robbins Hunter Museum will be open for the extended hours of 1–7 PM, welcoming you to enjoy a special Holiday Magic tour featuring ten themed trees across nine beautifully decorated rooms. Explore the Gingerbread House Contest in partnership with the Granville Recreation District in the Long Room and cast your vote for your favorite tree and gingerbread creation—only on December 6!
Admission is always free for this cherished community tradition.
If you enjoy your visit, please consider making a donation.
Your support helps us preserve the museum, maintain seasonal programs, and keep this event free for all.
Large groups are welcome—no advance notice needed!
Holiday Magic at the Robbins Hunter Museum
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Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Robbins Hunter Museum! Step back in time as you explore our 1842 Greek Revival home, beautifully transformed into a holiday wonderland.
Ten themed trees fill nine rooms of the museum this year, each one uniquely decorated to celebrate the season. From the nostalgic 1950s Bubble Light Tree and the traditional 1870s Spelman Family Tree to the Kappa Sigma Tree and the vintage Indent Tree, you will love them all!
Tours are Wednesday through Saturday, 1-4 pm. No appointment necessary - but groups of six or more are encouraged to call or email museum@robbinshunter.org to schedule a tour.
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Granville Illumination Night
Friday, December 5 • 5:30–7:00 PM
119 W. Broadway | Granville, Ohio
Annex of United Church of Granville → Robbins Hunter MuseumGranville is kicking off the holiday season with a brand-new tradition, a community Tree Lighting and Illumination Procession that fills the Village with light, music, and togetherness.
We’ll gather in the Annex of the United Church of Granville for hot chocolate, cookies, and electric candles before stepping into the evening for a magical walk through town. Thanks to the generous support of Roof Ohio, we’ll brighten the route even more this year with additional lighting as we illuminate the Village Christmas Tree, street trees, and several landmark buildings before ending at the Robbins Hunter Museum for holiday music and festive cheer.Featuring Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night
Our procession will come alive with Unsilent Night, a participatory soundscape by composer Phil Kline. As we walk, everyone plays one of the musical tracks from their phone, creating a shimmering blend of bells, chimes, and harmonies that moves with us through the Village.How to participate:
1. Download the app "Phil Kline's Unsilent Night" before you arrive.
Get the app on your mobile device and let it magically choose a track for you.
OR Download a track before you arrive at unsilentnight.com/participate
(Choose one of the four tracks to download)2. Bring your phone or portable speaker if you have one.
3. We’ll all press play together at the start of the procession.
No musical experience needed! Just show up and let the sound surround you.Event Timeline
• 5:30–6:00 PM – Gather, enjoy cocoa & cookies, receive candles
• 6:00 PM – Remarks & Village Tree lighting
• 6:15–6:30 PM – Procession through town with Unsilent Night, illuminating trees & landmarks
• 6:30 PM – Arrive at the Robbins Hunter Museum for concluding remarks, holiday music and cheer.
This is a free, family-friendly community event. Bundle up, grab your family and friends, and come light up the night with us. -
Saturday, December 6, 2025: 1-7 pm at the museum.
See RHM decked out in all of its holiday finest.
Don’t miss the Granville Recreation District’s annual Gingerbread House contest and vote for your favorite out of dozens of entrires.
It is free to walk though the museum, but donations are strongly encouraged. We appreciate your support and helping us continue our mission to protect and restore this 1842 Greek Revival gem.
For more information on other activities during Granville’s Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour, click here.
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Starts Friday, November 28, 2025 and runs through Wednesday, December 24, 2025.
Santa’s Elves are headed back to Granville. Children of all ages can pick up their North Pole Pass to guide them on their elf hunt at the Granville Recreation District or at the Granville Public Library.
The scavenger hunt begins on November 28 until Santa’s Elves return to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. Turn in completed North Pole Pass by December 30th to receive an ice cream.
The museum is participating again this year! Look at the clue on the door of the museum to find a clue for where the elf that is hiding!
Annual Fund
Join Us in Preserving the Legacy of the Robbins Hunter Museum
Your gift to the Annual Fund sustains the momentum of a year marked by meaningful progress and strong community support. In 2025, essential projects like the roof replacement and sewer line overhaul strengthened the long-term stability of the historic Avery Downer House. Yet much important work remains, from restoring the front columns and porch foundation to preserving the museum for future generations. Your generosity fuels this ongoing preservation and supports the programs, partnerships, and educational experiences that bring the museum’s mission to life.
Work at the Museum!
The Robbins Hunter Museum is hiring!
The museum is looking for an Office Manager/Bookkeeper. This is a part-time position, 15-20 hours a week, with some evening or weekend hours required for museum events.
Get more information and how to apply here.
Volunteer Opportunities
The museum has several opportunities to get involved this season, from holiday decorating and helping with collections to docenting, greeting visitors, event planning, assisting with maintenance, or lending a hand with organizing.
If you love history, enjoy giving back to the community, and want to meet new people, we’d love to hear from you. Email us at museum@robbinshunter.org to learn more and get involved!
Support Our Mission
Your support helps us keep the Robbins Hunter Museum open and free for everyone to enjoy. Every donation—large or small—helps us care for this historic home, preserve its collections, and continue offering community programs and events throughout the year.
If you’d like to contribute, please consider making a donation today.
