Historic Ephrata Cloister will host its annual Lantern Tours on Fridays, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, and Saturdays, Dec. 27 and Jan. 3. Tours, led by the Cloister's Student Historians, will run every half hour beginning at 6 p.m. Each tour will last approximately 45 minutes to an hour and is limited to 25 participants.

This year's experience, "1777: When War Came to Ephrata," will explore the winter when Ephrata's peaceful community was transformed into a military hospital during the Revolutionary War. Participants will follow a guide through several historic buildings, meeting various characters portrayed by the Student Historians and adult volunteers.

Space is limited. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets are available at http://www.storepatrailsofhistory.com/2/#/Admission or in person at the Visitor Center.

Children age 2 and under will receive free admission, and discounts are available for seniors and youths.

For more information, visit http://www.ephratacloister.org.