Tours given at the top of the hour Tuesday-Saturday (10am-3pm) and Sunday (1-3pm)

Riverview at Hobson Grove


Upcoming Events

The Art of Riverview Twilight Tours

Oct 2, 2026

Reservations required on Eventbrite.com. $25 per person. Limited spaces are available for tours offered at 5:30pm and 6:30pm. Explore some of the museum’s most interesting decorative arts with Executive Director Brooke Westcott-Peterson and then sketch the home with Jack LeSieur of the Downing Museum.  The Art of Riverview Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite

Spirit Of Riverview

Oct 23, 2026

Spirit of Riverview

Purchase your tickets now for an exciting evening of costumes, games, a live and silent auction, and delicious food to benefit Bowling Green's only historic house museum!

Spirit of Riverview Costume Gala Tickets, Friday, October 23  •  6 PM - 9 PM | Eventbrite

Twilight Tours

Nov 6, 2026

Experience the Hobson House after hours! No reservations required. $10 adults/$5 children. Pay at the door. Tour guides will be stationed in each room of the mansion to explain how the space was used and answer your questions.

Please understand that we have limited capacity, and in order to limit stress on the historic structure, there may be a brief wait for your party to enter.

Christmas Marketplace

Dec 2, 2026

Date:  Wednesday, December 2   

Time: 10 am - 6 pm

Admission: FREE! Donations appreciated.

Make plans to join us Wednesday, December 2, 10am-6pm for our Christmas Marketplace. Browse a selection of clothing, jewelry, home décor, art, and seasonal arrangements offered by vendors stationed throughout the beautifully decorated mansion. Don’t forget to check out Riverview’s gift shop and bake sale in the basement. Admission is free. Donations appreciated.

Please note all vendor spaces are full and will be announced closer to the event. 

Candlelight Tour

Dec 12, 2026

Date:  Saturday, December 12   

Time: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Admission: FREE! Donations appreciated.

On Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 4:30-7:30 pm, you are invited to learn about a traditional Victorian Christmas celebration as you move throughout the old Hobson House, beautifully lit by candles and antique lamps. Our costumed docents will take you back in time as they explain the holiday traditions that would have taken place in each room. Our gift shop will be open, and refreshments will be served in our meeting room. Parking will be available at the ball field and golf course parking lots, with the Bowling Green Trolley on hand to transport guests to Riverview. Free admission. Donations appreciated.

Please understand that we have limited capacity, and in order to limit stress on the historic structure, there may be a wait for your party to enter. 


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Tickets & Partners:
You may pay onsite or reserve advanced tickets by visiting our trusted partners, Viator and GetYourGuide.

Hours of Operation
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Map
1100 W. Main Ave.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Spirit of Riverview
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