If you think the Glensheen Mansion is something to look at now, just wait until you see how it looks for Christmas — because this month, you’ll get your chance.

Perched on the shores of Lake Superior in Duluth, the iconic 20,000 square-foot historic home will again be welcoming yuletide joy — and yuletide visitors — into its sprawling spaces for its annual Christmas tours.

Starting November 28 and running through December 28, Glensheen’s 2025 Candlelight Tours feature more than two dozen Christmas trees throughout the mansion, with many themed to different countries and cultures. That’s where this year’s theme, ”Joy to the World,” comes in. With a nod to the mansion’s original occupants, this celebration highlights the Congdon family’s global travels — with real artifacts from their expl

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