By TONY GUERRERO Hays Post

Step back in time to 1870 as Historic Fort Hays glows under candlelit walkways and opens its door to a Victorian Christmas tonight.

Christmas Past Open House is free and runs from 6 to 9 p.m. at 1472 Highway 183 Alternate. Visitors can enjoy caroling, refreshments and a visit with Father Christmas.

The event also features decorated officers' quarters, a model train exhibit, wagon rides, hot apple cider, fried apples over a campfire and cookies. Its opening night was Friday.

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📷 Christmas Past Open House at Historic Fort Hays set for tonight