Past and Presence Titusville

Past and Presence Titusville Step into the mysterious and haunting history of Titusville, Florida, with our immersive ghost tours.
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Our guided tours offer a unique blend of history, folklore, and spine-chilling tales that will leave you captivated and intrigued.

Belsnickel – Santa’s Stern Cousin🎅✨ Not Quite Jolly: Meet Belsnickel! ✨🎅If you think Santa Claus has a dark side, wait u...
12/19/2024

Belsnickel – Santa’s Stern Cousin

🎅✨ Not Quite Jolly: Meet Belsnickel! ✨🎅

If you think Santa Claus has a dark side, wait until you hear about Belsnickel! This gruff, fur-clad figure from German folklore comes armed with a sack of treats in one hand and a switch in the other.

Unlike Santa, Belsnickel visits children before Christmas, quizzing them on their behavior and knowledge. The good children get candies and nuts, while the naughty ones? They might get a smack from his switch—or nothing at all.

Belsnickel’s tradition traveled to America with German immigrants, finding a home in Pennsylvania Dutch culture. While he’s strict, his role serves as a reminder to reflect and prepare for the holidays.

🎄 Would you pass Belsnickel’s test? Or would his switch make an appearance?




🎄✨ One Week Until Christmas! ✨🎄Can you feel the magic in the air? With just 7 days left until Christmas, it’s the perfec...
12/18/2024

🎄✨ One Week Until Christmas! ✨🎄

Can you feel the magic in the air? With just 7 days left until Christmas, it’s the perfect time to reflect on holiday traditions, celebrate the season, and maybe enjoy a little festive fright! 👻🎅

🎁 Whether you’re decking the halls, finishing your shopping, or cozying up with your favorite holiday tales, don’t forget the stories that make this time of year so enchanting—including the spookier ones!

✨ What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Share it with us in the comments below—we’d love to hear how you’re making this season magical.

📅 Don’t forget: We still have ghost tours available this week! Book your spot and make your holiday season unforgettable. 👉 PastandPresenceTours.com

🎄✨ Trivia Tuesday: Ugly Sweater Edition! ✨🎄Question: Where was the first official Ugly Christmas Sweater Party held?(Hin...
12/17/2024

🎄✨ Trivia Tuesday: Ugly Sweater Edition! ✨🎄

Question: Where was the first official Ugly Christmas Sweater Party held?

(Hint: This festive tradition started in a city known for its quirky celebrations!)

🎄👻 Happy National Ugly Sweater Day! 👻🎄Whether your sweater jingles, glows, or gives off some seriously spooky vibes like...
12/16/2024

🎄👻 Happy National Ugly Sweater Day! 👻🎄

Whether your sweater jingles, glows, or gives off some seriously spooky vibes like this one, today is the perfect day to show it off!

✨ Join the fun! Post a picture of yourself rocking your most fabulously tacky, hauntingly festive sweater in the comments below. Let’s spread the holiday cheer—one ugly sweater at a time!

👕 Bonus points if your sweater has ghosts, skulls, or a festive fright like this one!

The Yule Cat – A Feline You Don’t Want to Meet🐾❄️ Beware the Yule Cat! ❄️🐾In Icelandic folklore, the holidays bring more...
12/15/2024

The Yule Cat – A Feline You Don’t Want to Meet

🐾❄️ Beware the Yule Cat! ❄️🐾

In Icelandic folklore, the holidays bring more than joy—they bring the Yule Cat, a massive, menacing feline who prowls through the snowy countryside. This isn’t your cozy Christmas kitty. The Yule Cat is said to devour anyone who hasn’t received new clothes for Christmas.

The story encouraged hard work and generosity—new clothes were often rewards for completing the annual sheep shearing. It was also a way to ensure everyone had warm clothing for the harsh Icelandic winter.

🎄 Have you picked out your holiday outfit yet? Let’s hope the Yule Cat doesn’t find your wardrobe lacking!

12/14/2024

Friday…The 13th, you say?!

🎄✨ Challenging Christmas Riddle! ✨🎄I’m older than Christmas, though tied to the day,I bring warmth to the cold in a magi...
12/14/2024

🎄✨ Challenging Christmas Riddle! ✨🎄

I’m older than Christmas, though tied to the day,
I bring warmth to the cold in a magical way.
With a nose that glows bright, I’m a guiding light,
But my origin lies in a much darker night.

❓ Can you solve it? Drop your answer in the comments! (Hint: It’s a tradition that brings light to winter’s darkest nights.)

🕯️ Stay tuned for the answer and more festive fun from Past and Presence Tours!

🎄👻 Happy Friday the 13th! 👻🎄Who says Friday the 13th can’t be festive? As we dive into the holiday season, today’s the p...
12/13/2024

🎄👻 Happy Friday the 13th! 👻🎄

Who says Friday the 13th can’t be festive? As we dive into the holiday season, today’s the perfect blend of spooky chills and Christmas thrills. Whether you’re avoiding black cats or celebrating with Krampus and Grýla, let’s make it a day to remember!

🔮 Stay lucky, stay merry, and don’t forget to embrace the magic (and mystery) of the season. Happy haunting!

🎃✨ Ghosts and rockets, oh my! 🚀👻Where else in the world can you experience the thrill of a ghost tour and witness a rock...
12/13/2024

🎃✨ Ghosts and rockets, oh my! 🚀👻

Where else in the world can you experience the thrill of a ghost tour and witness a rocket launch at the same time? 🌌

Join us on Friday the 13th for a truly out-of-this-world experience as SpaceX launches a Falcon 9 rocket during our tour! There’s no better way to celebrate the mysteries of the past while marveling at the wonders of the future. 🌠

Secure your spot now and don’t miss this unique opportunity!

📅 Date: Friday, December 13th
📍 Location: 213 S Hopkins Ave Titusville, FL 32796

For more details about the launch, check out the article from Florida Today: https://www.floridatoday.com/story/tech/science/space/spacex/2024/12/12/spacex-aiming-for-friday-the-13th-lucky-falcon9-rocket-launch-from-cape-canaveral-florida/76941318007/

🌟 Book your tour today at Past and Presence Tours, LLC, and let’s make history under the stars!

🎄👻 Reminder: Tomorrow is Friday the 13th! 👻🎄Don’t miss your chance to join us for a hauntingly festive adventure! We sti...
12/12/2024

🎄👻 Reminder: Tomorrow is Friday the 13th! 👻🎄

Don’t miss your chance to join us for a hauntingly festive adventure! We still have spots available for our 8:00 PM Adults-Only Tour tomorrow night.

✨ Immerse yourself in chilling tales, holiday folklore, and the eerie history of Titusville. Plus, the evening ends at the atmospheric speakeasy in Café Paradiso—where you can enjoy spirits of another kind! 🍸 It's the perfect way to toast to a night of festive frights and unforgettable stories.

📅 Date: Friday, December 13
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM Adults-Only Tour
📍 Starting Location: Tuned In Wellness, 213 S Hopkins Ave, Titusville, FL 32796

🎟️ Book your spot before it’s too late! 👉 PastandPresenceTours.com

🎄👻 We’re thrilled to bring you a chilling holiday haunting! 👻🎄This season, we’re diving into the eerie side of holiday f...
12/11/2024

🎄👻 We’re thrilled to bring you a chilling holiday haunting! 👻🎄

This season, we’re diving into the eerie side of holiday folklore, where festive cheer meets centuries-old legends that send shivers down your spine. Our featured character is one you won’t forget—straight from the icy mountains of Iceland, meet Grýla, the fearsome ogress with a knack for keeping naughty children in line.

Her dark and twisted tale reminds us that not all Christmas traditions are merry and bright. Are you brave enough to learn more about this haunting holiday figure?

Meet Grýla – Iceland’s Christmas Ogress

👹❄️ This isn’t your typical Christmas cheer! ❄️👹

In the icy mountains of Iceland, a terrifying figure lurks, waiting for the Christmas season. Meet Grýla, the ogress with a taste for naughty children. Legends say she descends during the holidays, scooping up misbehaving kids in her sack and taking them back to her lair for a fate too grim to mention.

Grýla’s dark tale isn’t just for scares—it’s a centuries-old reminder to behave and reflect on one’s actions. In Iceland, Christmas isn’t only about joy; it’s about accountability.

🎄 Feeling brave? Share your thoughts on this chilling tradition below. Just be good, or Grýla might come for you next…

🎄✨ Friday the 13th is Almost Here! ✨🎄Our 6 o’clock tour is booked out, but don’t worry—there’s still time to join the fu...
12/11/2024

🎄✨ Friday the 13th is Almost Here! ✨🎄

Our 6 o’clock tour is booked out, but don’t worry—there’s still time to join the fun! Spaces are still available for the 8 o’clock tour, so secure your spot now and make this a Friday the 13th to remember!

🔮 Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind holiday ghost tour experience!
🎟️ Book now at: pastandpresencetours.com

📅 Friday the 13th
⏰ 8:00 PM
📍 Titusville, FL

✨ Let the holiday spirit and ghostly charm collide—this is one night you won’t want to miss! ✨

🎄✨ Trivia Tuesday! ✨🎄💡 Who is credited with creating the first electric Christmas lights, and what year did they debut?H...
12/10/2024

🎄✨ Trivia Tuesday! ✨🎄

💡 Who is credited with creating the first electric Christmas lights, and what year did they debut?
Here’s a hint: He was a friend of Thomas Edison and displayed the lights on a revolving tree in his New York home!

🎁 Bonus question: How were Christmas trees lit before electric lights?

Drop your guesses in the comments! Let’s light up the conversation this holiday season!

🎄👻 Friday the 13th Meets the Holiday Season! 👻🎄This December, the spookiest day of the month lands right in the heart of...
12/09/2024

🎄👻 Friday the 13th Meets the Holiday Season! 👻🎄

This December, the spookiest day of the month lands right in the heart of the holiday season. What better way to spend it than uncovering the chilling tales of Titusville's haunted past?

✨ From ghostly carols to shadows that dance in the moonlight, our holiday ghost tours blend festive cheer with a touch of the supernatural. Dare to join us this Friday the 13th for a night of mystery and holiday magic?

🎅 Tour Time:
8:00 PM Adults-Only Tour (Spots available)

📅 Book your spot now before the spirits fill all the seats! 👉 PastandPresenceTours.com

🎄✨ This Christmas season we remember a legacy that shaped history. ✨🎄On Christmas night in 1951, a tragedy shook the qui...
12/08/2024

🎄✨ This Christmas season we remember a legacy that shaped history. ✨🎄

On Christmas night in 1951, a tragedy shook the quiet town of Mims, Florida, just north of Titusville. Harry T. Moore, a pioneering civil rights leader and educator, and his wife, Harriette, were victims of a horrific bombing at their home. It was their 25th wedding anniversary. 💔

Moore was a fearless advocate for justice, working tirelessly to fight against voter suppression and racial inequality. As a founder of the NAACP in Florida, his dedication inspired countless others to join the fight for civil rights. But his courage also made him a target of hate, leading to the violent act that claimed his and Harriette’s lives.

While their story is one of tragedy, it’s also one of profound resilience and impact. The Moore family’s sacrifice became a rallying cry, fueling the Civil Rights Movement and reminding us of the cost of justice and equality.

This holiday season, as we gather with loved ones, let us reflect on the Moores' legacy. Their story teaches us to stand against hate and honor those who gave everything to make the world a better place.

📖 Want to learn more? Join us on a tour where we delve into local history and the stories that shaped Brevard County and beyond.

We highly recommend visiting the Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex, Inc to visit their homesite and more. https://www.harryharriettemoore.org/

🎭✨ Step into the Magic of the Season! ✨🎭The Titusville Playhouse is bringing the timeless holiday classic, A Christmas C...
12/08/2024

🎭✨ Step into the Magic of the Season! ✨🎭

The Titusville Playhouse is bringing the timeless holiday classic, A Christmas Carol, to life on stage! 🎄👻 Experience Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformative journey through the past, present, and future with dazzling performances, festive cheer, and just the right touch of haunting magic.

We love celebrating all of the local holiday festivities—but even more so when they feature ghosts! This is the perfect way to enjoy the season with a side of spectral charm.

📅 Get Your Tickets Here: https://cart.titusvilleplayhouse.com/christmascarol

✨ Don’t miss out on this festive and hauntingly beautiful performance that will fill your heart with the spirit of Christmas!

🌟 Thank You for the Kind Words, Patricia! 🌟We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed learning about Titusville’s rich history a...
12/07/2024

🌟 Thank You for the Kind Words, Patricia! 🌟

We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed learning about Titusville’s rich history and Zach’s engaging storytelling! 👻 Your family’s excitement fuels our passion for bringing the past—and the paranormal—to life.

Looking forward to welcoming you back for another tour soon! 🕯️✨

📅 Ready to book your next adventure? Visit PastandPresenceTours.com

🎄👻 Trivia Tuesday! 👻🎄December is full of holiday traditions, but some are a bit… spooky! 🎅👹Question:What European countr...
12/03/2024

🎄👻 Trivia Tuesday! 👻🎄

December is full of holiday traditions, but some are a bit… spooky! 🎅👹

Question:
What European country is known for the legend of Krampus, the fearsome companion of St. Nicholas, who punishes naughty children during the Christmas season?

A) Austria
B) Germany
C) Switzerland
D) Czech Republic

Comment your answer below! Let’s see who’s on the “nice” list of trivia masters. 📝✨

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Trilled to be filling up!

✨ Spots Are Filling Up Fast! ✨Due to overwhelming interest, our tours are nearly booked out! We have just one slot left for tonight’s 8:00 PM tour, but for those who can’t make it, we’re thrilled to announce new openings on November 1 and November 8! Don’t miss your chance to join us for a night of eerie stories and historic haunts. Book ahead to ensure your spot in this unforgettable experience!Secure your tickets now, and let’s make this a night to remember. 👻🕯️#PastAndPresenceTours #GhostTour #TitusvilleHaunts #NovemberTours #HauntedHistory #SpookySeason #EerieEncounters #GhostlyTales #FloridaGhostTour #ExploreTheUnknown #HistoricHaunts #MysteriesOfTitusville #GhostlyExperience #SpiritsAmongUs #HauntingMemories #GhostStories #ParanormalFlorida #TourTitusville #DarkHistory #NovemberNights #TitusvilleEvents #GhostlyGatherings #ExperienceTheUnknown #HistoricFlorida #FallAdventures #OnlyInTitusville #MysteryAndHistory #NovemberBookings #HauntedFlorida

🌙🕯️ Step into the Shadows of Titusville’s Past! 🕯️🌙 Join us as we uncover the haunted secrets and spine-chilling tales of Titusville on a journey through history that you’ll never forget! From ghostly encounters to mysterious happenings, our expert guide will lead you through the darkest corners of the past. Perfect for thrill-seekers, history buffs, and anyone who dares to explore the unknown. 👻 Book your spot today and discover why Titusville’s spirits are just waiting to tell their stories… if you’re brave enough to listen. 🔗 Click to learn more and reserve your place now! Pastandpresencetours.com #GhostTour #HauntedTitusville #PastAndPresenceTours #SpookySeason #DiscoverTheUnknown

🖤👻 Now Taking Bookings! 👻🖤 The wait is over! Past and Presence Tours is officially open for bookings starting October 4th. Get ready to uncover the haunted secrets of Titusville, from ghostly figures to historic mysteries—this is an experience you won’t forget! 🎟️ Book your spot today and step into the world of the unknown. Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, our tours will keep you on the edge of your seat! 📅 Start planning your spooky adventure now! #PastAndPresenceTours #HauntedTitusville #GhostlyAdventures #HistoricTitusville #GhostStories #HauntedHistory #ParanormalFlorida #ExploreTitusville #HauntedFlorida #ParanormalTours #GhostHunting #HauntedExperiences #FloridaGhostTour #GhostLovers #UnexplainedMysteries #TourTitusville #GhostAdventures #SpookyFlorida #KennedySpaceCenter #NASATourists #SpaceCoast #SpaceCity #ExploreNASA #VisitSpaceCoast #SpaceTravel #KennedySpaceCenterTours

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Almost there!

👻 **They're ALIVE! (Well, almost...)** 🕺💃 Even the spirits can't contain their excitement for the grand opening of *Past and Presence Tours*! Watch as they dance the night away, eager to meet you on our historic ghost tour. If the ghosts are this excited, you know it's going to be an unforgettable experience! Join us and see why Titusville's spirits have been waiting for you. ✨ Stay tuned for our opening date and prepare to step into history like never before! #GhostTour #TitusvilleHistory #HauntedTitusville #PastAndPresenceTours #DancingGhosts

Titusville’s stories brought to life
Titusville’s stories brought to life

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