History comes alive during tours of Shakespeare Ghost town today

The West's most authentic Ghost Town, Shakespeare, will give visitors a peek into the past with living history tours, performances and reenactments today at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Walk the streets trod by Billy The Kid, John Ringo, The Clantons and others and hear stories of the Old West as it really was. Shakespeare has a long and interesting history in the building of the Southwest. Shakespeare has also been known as Mexican Springs and Ralston City. Walk a portion of the Butterfield Trail, and see other points of interest during a public tour today. Shakespeare's public tours are limited to specific days each month and private tours and are no longer provided under any circumstances, and un-escorted walk-thru tours are not permitted due to liability and safety concerns. Demonstrations include shootings, and reenactments by characters in period costume. Reservations or pre-purchased tickets are not required for admission to Shakespeare. Just arrive at the gate and you'll be able to have an escorted tour. Shakespeare is completely uncommercialized. On a hot summer day, guests are offered a drink of cold well water and a comfortable chair in the shade. People who bring their own lunches may eat in the Grant House Dining room where there are tables and benches. ..more