Murder most foul at the Mount Vernon Hotel

Help solve a murder mystery at the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden on Oct. 21, 22, and 28.

This fictional mystery game is loosely based on an historic newspaper account of an unidentified skeleton discovered at the Mount Vernon Hotel. Explore the museum by candlelight and collect clues to unravel the mystery and solve the case. Appropriate for adults and families with children 8 and older.

Halloween Murder Mystery, Oct. 21, 22, and 28 at 6:15 pm and 7:30 pm. Tickets are $25 ($15 for children under 12). Must purchase tickets for access.

Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden [421 E. 61st St. between First and York avenues, (212) 838–6878; www.myhm.org].

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