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"Murder" dates
already scheduled that individuals may join in.
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You can schedule another performance ANY TIME with a group of 20 or more.
   
Fri., June 27,
    11:00 a.m.
Tues., July 8,
    11:30 p.m.
Thurs., July 31,
    11:00 a.m.
Fri., Aug. 8,
    11:30 a.m.
Tues., Oct. 14,
    11:30 a.m.

Watch this site for more dates ...

Updated 6/12/08.

Advance reservations required.  Scheduled performances subject to cancellation.
All times are Central.
Group Tours at Falcon Rest
Monty Wanamaker painting of Falcon RestTake your tour group to the
Victorian mansion where history is fun!

"I had more fun than I have ever had in one day at Falcon Rest ..."
"80-something" church group guest for Murder at the Mansion.

Built by "Gorilla Pants" manufacturer Clay Faulkner in 1896,
this Victorian mansion called "Tennessee's Biltmore" by PBS.

Humorous tales from the past ... food like Grandma used to make ...
an 1890s department store ... and a friendly ghost ...
all add up to special entertainment and a meal your folks will never forget!
They come as tourists and leave as friends!

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Murder ath the Mansion

When a just-for-fun murder takes place at Falcon Rest in McMinnville, Tennessee, it’s the tour group members in the audience who are the real stars of the show. 

The Victorian Gentleman spins history tales

The interactive “whodunit” assigns them real characters from 1897, then turns them loose to ad-lib to their hearts’ content.  Needless to say, it never comes out exactly the same way twice.  But it always lives up to Falcon Rest’s reputation as "the Victorian mansion where history is fun."

"Murder at the Mansion," takes place during a delicious meal served in Falcon Rest's Victorian Carriage House dining room. 

The play is set at an elegant dinner party given in 1897 by “Gorilla Pants” manufacturer Clay Faulkner and his wife Mary, celebrating completion of their new mansion.  The guest list includes the extended Faulkner family and a variety of McMinnville notables from 1897, along with nationally prominent individuals such as President William McKinley, Rev. Sam Jones, Susan B. Anthony, and Annie Oakley.  To Mrs. Faulkner’s dismay, a town drunk and the local madam could show up as well.
An imprompteau temperance demonstration during "Murder"
Falcon Rest actors play Mr. and Mrs. Faulkner and their faithful cook Mag.  When audience members arrive, they’re given signs identifying their characters with historical details on the back.  There are no lines to remember or pressure to participate, so they’re free to interact in character with the Falcon Rest players as much or as little as they like.
Mr. Faulkner carries on an impromptu conversation with his guests during the banquet, and they can be counted on to come up with some pretty hilarious dialogue.

When a dastardly murder mars the celebration, audience members help special guest star Buffalo Bill Cody discover which one of them is the culprit.

"This is a great way to enjoy a delicious meal and rib-tickling entertainment, while learning about actual 1890s history," said Mr. Faulkner's alter-ego George McGlothin, better known as The Victorian Gentleman.

Tansi Tarts "Ret Hats" after murder playAfter the meal is completed and the murder is solved, guests are treated to a tour of the Falcon Rest mansion, which Clay and Mary Faulkner really did complete in 1897.  Called Tennessee’s Biltmore by PBS, the 10,000 square foot, solid-brick mansion had all the modern conveniences when it was built, including electric lights, indoor plumbing, central heat and air, and even a telephone.  Today, it is furnished with museum quality antiques, and some say Mr. Faulkner stays on in the form of a friendly ghost.  Visitors also enjoy shopping for 1890s souvenirs in Falcon Rest’s Victorian Gift Shop.
Play, Lunch Meal and Tour:  $28 p/p, plus tax.
Play, Dinner Meal and Tour: $30 p/p, plus tax.
20 person minimum.  See profile sheet at left for details.

Waterfalls at Rock Island State ParkStep-On Guide Service
For groups desiring to spend more time in our area, the Victorian Gentleman will board your coach for a rib-tickling tour through McMinnville history, highlighted by the beautiful waterfalls at Rock Island State Park.  His “tall tales” are all true!
 $2 p/p extra


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National Tour Association
Tenn. Motorcoach Assn.
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For more information or to make reservations, e-mail
falconrest@falconrest.com
or call (931) 668-4444.
2645 Faulkner Springs Rd. * McMinnville, TN 37110
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