The Atalanta - Jay Gould's Private Railroad Car

04/28/2025

This weekend!

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04/22/2025

Treat yourself (and shop for Mothers Day) at Pilgrimage! Visit our Artisan Craft Fair located next to the Excelsior House Hotel (William Perry Park) and Ostott Park (the one with the gazebo).

04/18/2025

04/14/2025

Make your Pilgrimage plans now!

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03/30/2025

The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club invites the community to join us this Wednesday, April 2nd, for one of our most beloved traditions- our annual Flower Show.

Enjoy wine and light appetizers while admiring floral arrangements created by our many talented Garden Club members.

Join us from 5:30-7:00 at the Excelsior House Hotel- see you there!

03/29/2025

03/27/2025

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03/17/2025

Wear green, have fun, and enjoy a great meal! Join us next Monday ☘️☘️☘️

03/15/2025

02/28/2025

Tickets go on sale Saturday, March 1st at the Excelsior House Hotel!

02/28/2025

🎭💛 Let the good times roll, Mardi Gras style!

We’re set up at the historic Excelsior House Hotel in Jefferson, serving up freshly squeezed lemonade, delicious popcorn, and cookies! ✨🎉 Whether you’re catching beads, dancing in the streets, or just soaking in the fun, stop by and treat yourself to something sweet.

📍 Find us at the Excelsior House and taste the magic of Mardi Gras! 🍋🍪🍿

02/18/2025

The Excelsior House Hotel is excited to announce the launch of our new website!

To celebrate, we are offering a special Weekday Getaway. Book one night Sunday through Wednesday and get 25% off a second night. This offer is available until the end of March and is available online or you may call (903) 665-2513 to make your reservation.

Enjoy the oldest operating hotel in Texas and the charm of Jefferson this spring!

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02/17/2025

Tickets for this year’s performances of the famous Diamond Bessie Play are now on sale and may be purchased by calling (903) 665-0737. The cost per ticket is $20 and tickets are non-refundable.

Showtimes are Thursday, May 1st and Friday, May 2nd at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 3rd at 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. This year’s final performance is Sunday, May 4th at 2:00 p.m.

Always a sell out, the Diamond Bessie Play is a long standing tradition during Pilgrimage weekend and is not to be missed. We look forward to seeing you!

02/03/2025

The Historic Jefferson Foundation and our incredible volunteers are hard at work preparing for the 25th Annual Battle for Jefferson, taking place May 2nd–4th! A visit to Jefferson is always a delight, but add in a Civil War reenactment and a lineup of fantastic events, and you’ve got the perfect weekend experience. For full event details and reenactor registration, visit our brand-new website at www.battleforjefferson.com.

01/28/2025

A few rooms are still available! Call (903) 665-2513 to reserve your room and celebrate Valentines Day in style!

Valentines Day is Friday, February 14th. What is more romantic than a weekend at the oldest operating hotel in Texas? Book your stay now at the Excelsior House Hotel and enjoy a charming weekend as well as the magic and history of Jefferson.

Visit theExcelsiorHouse.com for further information and plan your trip today!