A Unique Fundraiser for the Ormond Beach Historical Society
Help us solve a murder! You are invited to a Murder Mystery Party held at the Rowallan House (beachside Ormond) on February 25th, 2023.
This custom-built mystery game was designed for 100+ participants and involves actors, trading cards, riddles, and scary challenges.
Amazing atmosphere, unique puzzles, and catered hors d’oeuvres … this is a memorable fundraiser you don’t want to miss!
RSVP to Desiree at (386) 677-7005 to reserve your ticket before it sells out (like last year). You can also buy your ticket online at www.OrmondHistory.org
You can read (and see photos) last year’s event over at the Ormond Observer by clicking here.
The Backstory …
Penelope Pennywhistle, the precocious partygoing queen, has been murdered! The problem is … our dearly departed socialite doesn’t seem to realize she’s dead. She refuses to lie down.
“We believe,” says Chief Inspector Latrine, “that Penelope Pennywhistle has been turned into a zombie. Her corpse shows no bodily functions we associate with life. No breathing. No heartbeat. And yet, Ms. Pennywhistle continues to throw lavish garden parties, talk loudly, and drink copious amounts of wine.”
We believe that Penelope Pennywhistle is cursed to remain a zombie until her murder is solved. You are invited to a Mardi Gras Murder Mystery Party at the Rowallan Estate. Help us solve Penelope’s murder and put her undead spirit to rest.
Dresscode is 1950s fashionable chic. No beatnik jeans and grease … this ain’t no sock hop, Daddy-O!
We hope to see you there. Don’t be late or you’ll miss out on some of the clues!
The Invitations …
Postcard, e-mail, and text invitations are going out soon!
Guide Book …
After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a guide-book with more details about the murder and the “game” we’ve invented for this party. Don’t worry – it’s not complicated and the actors will help you. The guide book also explains parking (we’re using a valet service) with a map to the property entrance.
The Trading Cards …
Traditional murder mystery parties are convoluted and don’t scale to large groups. To make this fun for EVERYONE, we’ve invented a card-based scavenger hunt. You’ll trade cards, find cards, and solve riddles to discover the murderer!
Puzzle Boxes …
You’ll find locked puzzle boxes throughout the rooms of Rowallan. Use your wits to solve the riddles. Need a hint? You can always bribe the actors to help you out! Here is a sample riddle to give you a taste.
A few of the actors …
Eight stalwart actors are volunteering for this event. The actors will help you through the process. Each actor has specific riddles and challenges you’ll need to pass to solve the murder!
Save The Date …
Save the date to this incredible event! If you plan on coming, you should purchase your ticket before it sells out. Tickets cost $100 per person. Hope to see you soon for an interesting evening!