Historic Libbey House Foundation

WINTERFEST: LIBBEY HOUSE CHRISTMAS COCKTAILS & HOUSE TOUR | SOLD OUT
2025-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Avenue, Toledo, OH, 43620, United States
The Libbey House Foundation Presents
WINTERFEST: Libbey House Christmas Cocktails and House Tour

SOLD OUT
Friday, December 5th
Libbey House Christmas Cocktails and House Tour between 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tour the Libbey House exploring the magic of Christmas on all three floors and enjoy spiked punch, wine and appetizers for $25.00. Reservations required and must be 21 to attend.

Your reservation will be documented and there is no “ticket” sent to you. Your confirmation email will serve as your receipt if there are any issues at check in.
The Libbey House offers accessible parking in the lot behind the house off Woodruff, adjacent to an accessible ramp.
All ticket sales are NON-REFUNDABLE. If the event is rescheduled, all ticket purchases will be honored for the rescheduled event date. If the event is canceled, all ticket purchases will be refunded in full.

WINTERFEST: CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOURS WITH HIGH TEA @ 11:00, 1:00, & 3:00 | SOLD OUT
2025-12-07 11:00 - 17:00
The Libbey House Foundation and the Women of the Old West End Present
WINTERFEST: Christmas House Tours with High Tea

SAVE THE DATE. Please check back in September to purchase tickets.
Sunday December 7th
Three 90-Minute Seatings available: 11:00 AM*, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
*Doors open at 10:45 AM for the first seating
Delicious Christmas Teas, Tea Sandwiches & Holiday Desserts
Tickets are available through December 3rd. Unfortunately we will not be able to take additional reservations after December 3rd.
Tour the Libbey House exploring the magic of Christmas on all three floors and enjoy a delicious Christmas High Tea for $40.00

Reservations are required; Space is limited so purchase your tickets soon to reserve your place. Your reservation will be documented and there is no “ticket” sent to you. Your confirmation email will serve as your receipt if there are any issues at check in. The Libbey House offers accessible parking in the lot behind the house off Woodruff, adjacent to an accessible ramp.
All proceeds go to preserve and maintain the Libbey House and support programs for the Women of the Old West End. The event is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season.
Due to a limited Menu, we are sorry that we cannot accommodate special meal requests
Allergy Statement: Because of the handcrafted nature of our Menu, items may contain or come into contact with Milk, Eggs, Wheat/Gluten, Fish, Shellfish, Soybeans, Sesame, Peanuts and Tree Nuts.
All ticket sales are NON-REFUNDABLE. If the event is rescheduled, all ticket purchases will be honored for the rescheduled event date. If the event is canceled, all ticket purchases will be refunded in full.

LIBBEY SALON SPRING LECTURE - Lecture by Ted Ligibel | March 19
2026-03-19 18:30 - 20:00
Libbey House Announces Spring Lecture
Toledo Roars into the 1920’s

Lecture by Ted Ligibel, Toledo Historian and history professor at Michigan State University, presents Toledo Roars into the 1920’s – Experience a visual presentation as historian Ted Ligibel takes you down memory lane and reveals how the Roaring 20’s changed the face of Toledo. Ted will provide a visual and verbal glimpse into the places that defined the region during that era.
Space is limited to the first 50 people. Sign up soon to reserve your place.

The event will begin with a reception at 6:30 and lecture at 7:00 p.m. in the first floor parlor of the Libbey House, located in Toledo’s Historic Old West End at 2008 Scottwood. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.
The cost of the lecture is $10, and includes the reception of wine and light appetizers prior to the talk. Proceeds will go to the Libbey House Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the Edward Drummond and Florence Scott Libbey House in Toledo’s Historic Old West End.
Accessible parking for those requiring it is available at the rear of the house off Woodruff, and an accessible ramp to the front of the house is located adjacent to the parking.

PROHIBITION MURDER MYSTERY | March 21 | SOLD OUT
2026-03-21 18:30 - 21:00
Saturday, March 21st
It’s Sleuthing Season at the Libbey House! Help us solve a puzzling “Whodunit” at this national historic landmark with a Prohibition theme. Eat, drink, and crack the caper of “Sinners at the Speakeasy” at the Libbey House on Saturday, March 21st at 6:30pm in the evening!
Immerse yourself in a real-life game of Clue and travel from room to room with a team of fellow detectives in your quest to gather evidence and solve this baffling historic murder mystery.
The Scene:
The Libbey House Foundation presents A Murder Mystery Evening. Detectives from all over the globe gather at the Libbey Mansion to solve the prohibition murder mystery in Toledo, OH. The case was never solved, the clues and leads seemed to vanish in the wind.
You’ve been cordially invited to the Libbey Mansion to review the clues we’ve uncovered and help us solve this mystery.
Come dressed in Roaring 1920’s fashion or Modern 2020’s attire for a night of mystery, food, and fun! There will be a prize for the best dressed in character.
The Details:
6:30pm* – 7:30pm – Drinks, Appetizers, & Mingling
7:30pm – 8:30pm – The Search for an Answer
8:30pm – 9:00pm – Dessert & Mystery Solved
*Doors open at 6:15pm
If you are purchasing tickets separately for other people in your party, please indicate that on your purchase to ensure your party is seated together.
Ticket Price: $35 per person through March 18th. Unfortunately we will not be able to take additional reservations after March 18th.
This event is for adults 21+
Ticket price includes an assortment of drinks, appetizers. and plenty of mystery!
SOLD OUT
All proceeds go to preserve and maintain and support programs for the Libbey House. Space is limited so purchase your tickets soon to reserve your place. NO REFUNDS. Limited seating – tickets will sell out quickly!
Your reservation will be documented and there is no “ticket” sent to you. Your confirmation email will serve as your receipt if there are any issues at check in.
The Libbey House offers accessible parking in the lot behind the house off Woodruff, adjacent to an accessible ramp.
All ticket sales are NON-REFUNDABLE. If the event is rescheduled, all ticket purchases will be honored for the rescheduled event date. If the event is canceled, all ticket purchases will be refunded in full.

LIBBEY SALON SPRING LECTURE - Lecture by Tedd Long | April 9
2026-04-09 18:30 - 20:00
Libbey House Announces Spring Lecture
Reams vs. Licavoli

Lecture by Tedd Long, Toledo Historian presents Reams vs. Licavoli (final). Reams vs. Licavoli tells the true story of the 1934 trial that broke Toledo’s crime syndicate. Mob boss Yonnie Licavoli never pulled the trigger—but prosecutors argued he ordered every murder. Using wiretaps and a daring conspiracy theory, Prosecutor Frazier Reams took on the most powerful criminal in the city and changed Toledo forever.
A dramatic follow-up to Tedd Long’s Unholy Toledo Tour, this presentation explores crime, law, and the dangerous line between justice and fear.
Space is limited to the first 50 people. Sign up soon to reserve your place.

The event will begin with a reception at 6:30 and lecture at 7:00 p.m. in the first floor parlor of the Libbey House, located in Toledo’s Historic Old West End at 2008 Scottwood. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.
The cost of the lecture is $10, and includes the reception of wine and light appetizers prior to the talk. Proceeds will go to the Libbey House Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the Edward Drummond and Florence Scott Libbey House in Toledo’s Historic Old West End.
Accessible parking for those requiring it is available at the rear of the house off Woodruff, and an accessible ramp to the front of the house is located adjacent to the parking.

MOTHER'S DAY TEA @ 11:00, 1:00, & 3:00 | May 17
2026-05-17 11:00 - 15:00
“Celebrate Mom” Mother’s Day Tea
Sunday, May 17th @ $40.00 per person
The Libbey House Foundation and Women of the Old West End present a Mother’s Day Tea

Sunday May 17th
Three 90-Minute Seatings available: 11:00 AM*, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
*Doors open at 10:45 AM for the first seating
Enjoy your choice of delicious tea from an assortment of teas, tea sandwiches, and scrumptious desserts.
Tickets are $40.00 per person through May 13th. Unfortunately we will not be able to take additional reservations after May 13th.
SAVE THE DATE. Tickets will go on sale March 1
All proceeds go to preserve and maintain the Libbey House and support programs for the Women of the Old West End. The event is the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day and makes a great gift. Space is limited so purchase your tickets soon to reserve your place.
Reservations are required; seating is limited. Your reservation will be documented and there is no “ticket” sent to you. Your confirmation email will serve as your receipt if there are any issues at check in.
The Libbey House offers accessible parking in the lot behind the house off Woodruff, adjacent to an accessible ramp.
Due to a limited Menu, we are sorry that we cannot accommodate special meal requests.
Allergy Statement: Because of the handcrafted nature of our Menu, items may contain or come into contact with MILK, EGGS, WHEAT/GLUTEN, FISH, SHELLFISH, SOYBEANS, SESAME, PEANUTS and TREE NUTS.
All ticket sales are NON-REFUNDABLE. If the event is rescheduled, all ticket purchases will be honored for the rescheduled event date. If the event is canceled, all ticket purchases will be refunded in full.

Celebrate AMERICA250 | Ohio’s Homecoming & Picnic | Time Travelers Passport
2026-07-11 11:00 - 15:00
America 250 Ohio is the statewide initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026.
It invites communities across Ohio to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and imagine the future through programs, events, and storytelling. America 250 Ohio highlights Ohio’s role in shaping the nation and encourages local organizations, educators, and residents to participate in meaningful ways, from historical exhibits and cultural celebrations to civic engagement and educational projects.
Nothing says “Happy 250th Anniversary, America!” quite like a picnic. So, throughout the month of July in 2026, communities all across Ohio will gather for food, fun and friendship to celebrate our nation’s freedom, honor of our nation’s history and Ohio’s notable contributions to U.S. history!
Ohio’s Homecoming & Picnics will be a chance for Ohioans to gather in groups of all sizes – from family groups to companies, churches, civic organizations, and even whole communities. It is an opportunity to invite friends from far and near to reconnect and share this festive celebration.
Saturday, July 11th
The beautiful grounds of the Toledo Museum of Art will be the setting for this signature Ohio’s Homecoming & Picnic event.
The Libbey House will be celebrating the late Edward Drummond and Florence Scott Libbey and their contribution to the American experience with a FREE open house tour of all three floors of the historic Old West End mansion. Join The Libbey House Foundation and as we commemorate the glass industry giant and art museum founder. The Libbey House will be open to the public from 11:00 am -3:00 pm.
Donation are appreciated and will be applied to the continue renovation of the historic home.
Time Travelers Passport will also be held on July 11 and 12 at the historic Libbey House from 11am-3pm.
