Explore the Gold Rush's haunted past and uncover the ghost stories that still haunt its historic streets.About this Event
Join us in person at the Historic Smith Flat House for a special one-night-only screening of Ghosts of the Gold Rush in Placerville. This 66-minute documentary brings Gold Rush history to life through historical accounts, expert interviews, immersive storytelling, and firsthand reports of unexplained encounters.
From Hangtown’s violent past to a deadly mining disaster and a mysterious family M**der tied to gold, the film explores the era’s dramatic stories and asks a haunting question: Can history leave something behind?
The Historic Smith Flat House has a story of its own: it once served as an important stage stop along the Placerville–Carson Road. Experience the film in a historic Placerville setting and reserve your tickets today!
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Arrival and Check-Ins
Info: You will have the opportunity to explore the Smith Flat House, visit and/or relax in the lounge or outside, and be given a tour of the historic building
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Show Time!
Info: The Ghosts of the Gold Rush Starts!
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Meet the Crew
Info: Stay after the film and meet the crew of the Movie! Ask questions, get photos and also check out the local organizations that will be downstairs in the lodge
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
VIP - Smith Flat Cemetery
Info: After the event, the VIP's will get to check out the Smith Flat Cemetery and do a ghost hunt!
🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM
VIP - Cary House and Ghost Tour
Info: After Checking out the Smith Flat Cemetery, the VIPs' will go to the Historic Cary House and hear the interesting and incredibly ghost stories!
🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM
VIP - Downtown Placerville Ghost Tour
Info: The VIPs' will also get a Placerville Ghost Tour either before or after checking out the Cary House Hotel!
🕑: 09:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Wrap-Up
Info: At about 9:30 P.M. the event will officially end
Event venue
2021 Smith Flat Rd, 2021 Smith Flat Road, Placerville, United States
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