Bakery Tour

 

The First Tour

In 1990, my mom, Mona, gave the first planned tour of our bakery to my kindergarten class. We never advertised these tours widely — word of mouth did the work. Over 30 years later, news of our bakery tours has spread far and wide. Last year, over 8,000 school children and over 6,000 senior citizens and tour groups visited us.

Tour Specifics

Each tour lasts around an hour and a half and is tailored to your group. For school groups, we weave in math, economics, writing, and history. Guests explore Grandma’s Kitchen (complete with a wood stove, antique table, rolling pin, cookie cutters, and pans), then see our mixing room, packing and shipping area, and office. The highlight for everyone is watching our Artists in Aprons hand-roll and hand-cut each cookie. Samples of all six flavors are offered along the way. Every tour emphasizes that honesty and hard work are the real ingredients for success. Many parents have told us a visit inspired their child’s schoolwork afterward.

Who Would Enjoy

Bring your family, school, church, or senior group for a memorable behind-the-scenes
experience.

Please book in advance:
• Check availability and book online at HanesCookies.com
• Or call 336-764-1402 or toll-free 888-764-1402
• Or email Tours@HanesCookies.com

Tour Timing & Rates

When: Monday–Friday, January through mid-October, 9 a.m.– 1 p.m. (We do not offer
in-depth tours from mid-October through December due to holiday baking, but you’re
welcome to visit, taste samples, and watch cookies being made. Please arrive before 2:30 p.m. to see our cookie rollers and cutters in action!)

Tour rates vary by group size and age.

Teachers and bus drivers are complimentary for public and private schools; homeschool
parents are included as paying adults. Please contact us for current rates and to plan the
best visit for your group.