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The classic song says it all, "Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays." As families gather in December to celebrate the holidays, each will
reminisce about treasured holiday memories. Add a memory to your family's own holiday treasures as you join Ohio Historical Society sites for a look
back at the holidays - Ohio style.
And from our historic homes to yours, Happy Holidays.
December 1
Christmas is for Kid's Tea
Hayes Presidential Center, FREMONT
1-3 p.m.
A special Christmas treat for youngsters who have been very, very good, the historic Dillon House takes on the look of a holiday wonderland for an
afternoon tea. Costumed waiters serve holiday goodies, while young and old enjoy the original interiors of one of Fremont's finest historic homes.
Seasonal entertainment also included. Admission: $20/adult, $12/children. Reservations required, seating limited. 419.332.2081 ext. 38 or 800.998.7737
December 1
Holiday Celebration on the Frontier
Campus Martius, MARIETTA
5-8 p.m.
In conjunction with Marietta's Hometown Holiday Weekend, Campus Martius Museum's Holiday Celebration on the Frontier rings in the festive season.
Adults, while you shop or enjoy a relaxing dinner, bring your children, second grade and older, to the museum. Kids will make a variety of gifts for
their family/friends, such as a hand-dipped beeswax candle, a cranberry and popcorn string, a pine cone angel ornament, a yarn doll or a marble bag
pouch. Take a break for the pizza party and get ready for a flashlight tour of the Rufus Putnam House! Plus, visit with the German Christmas
character, Belschnickel. Admission: $7/adult nonmember, $10/child nonmember, FREE OHS members. 740.373.3750 or 800.860.0145.
December 1-2
Christmas in Zoar
Zoar Village, ZOAR
Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. Noon-5 p.m.
Zoar's distinctive Old World Christmas traditions are sure to get everyone into the holiday spirit. Visitors can sing along with carolers, take
private home tours, sample Christmas food, purchase hot, fresh bread straight from the Zoar Bakery brick oven and much more. For those looking for
unusual and unique gifts for friends and family, be sure to visit the craft show. All buildings are decorated for the Christmas season with a special
candlelight service held on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. Admission: $6/adult, $1/children 12 and under, $4.50/adult member. 330.874.3011 or 800.262.6195.
December 1
A Dickens of a Murder Mystery on the Farm - SOLD OUT
Piqua Historical Area, PIQUA
4-6:30 p.m. and 7-9:30 p.m.
This very special holiday event begins with a dinner in John Johnston's dining room featuring a seasonal menu from the Johnston era. From there,
guests will visit each room of the Johnston home decorated for the holidays. Characters who will give you clues needed to solve a holiday mystery will
greet you. The evening concludes with dessert by the fireplace in the winter kitchen where the mystery will be solved by one of the guests.
Reservations required. Admission: $30/adult, $25/child, $25/adult OHS and Piqua Friends member.
December 6-8
Christmas Dinners at Spiegel Grove
Hayes Presidential Center, FREMONT
6:30-10:30 p.m.
Spend an elegant Victorian evening in the home of a U.S. president, featuring a carriage ride, entertainment, six-course Victorian feast and much more.
Advance reservation and payment required. Cost is $250 per person ($175 is tax-deductible). Seating limited. 419.332.2081 ext. 38 or 800.998.7737.
December 6, 13 and 20
Echoes in Time Theatre presents: "T'was the Night Before Christmas" - An evening with Clement Moore
Ohio Historical Center, COLUMBUS
Performances at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Clement Moore, 19th century author of the well known Christmas poem, T'was the Night Before Christmas will interact with the audience and talk about
his life, writing and thoughts on the poem for which he is so well known. Admission: FREE with museum admission.
December 7-8, 14-15
Dickens of a Christmas
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
6-9 p.m.
Step into the world of Charles Dickens as Ohio Village revisits the Victorian Christmas made famous in his stories. From plum pudding to that pretty
little German toy, the Christmas tree, Dickens created a festive and enduring vision of Christmas. Join us in the village as the spirit of Dickens comes
to life through interactions with characters from his writings, cooking demonstrations, hands-on crafts, decorations, caroling, readings by candlelight,
street vendors, and many more Victorian holiday traditions. Refreshments are available for purchase. Admission: $9/adult OHS member, $6/student OHS member,
$11/adult nonmember, $8/student nonmember, $4/parking fee for nonmembers. 614.297.2300 or 800.686.6124.
December 7-8, 14-15
Dickens of a Dinner
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
6-7:30 p.m.
You are invited to experience an evening from the world of Charles Dickens. At the American House Hotel, you will meet the author, feast on a sumptuous
dinner and listen to the Ohio Village Singers perform popular period carols. After dinner, take time to enjoy the holiday festivities featured in Ohio
Village's special holiday event, Dickens of a Christmas. For reservations call 614.297.2266 or 800.686.1541. Admission: $47/members, $57/nonmembers,
$4/parking fee for nonmembers.
December 9
Holiday Open House
Fort Meigs, PERRYSBURG
Noon-5 p.m.
Join us in the Museum and Visitor Center to celebrate the holidays. War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrations, answer
questions about the War of 1812 and discuss holiday customs of the period. Enjoy hot cider and cookies and help decorate an ornament for the tree. While
you're here, shop our museum store for holiday gifts. The museum will be open for touring. Admission: FREE/OHS member, $4/adult nonmember, $3/child
nonmember. 419.874.4121 or 800.283.8916.
December 16
Christmas Brunch at Ohio Village
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Holiday revelers are invited to partake in a Sunday afternoon of food and merriment at Ohio Village. Start your experience at the American House Hotel
with a splendid selection of brunch menu items. While dining you will be paid a visit by the esteemed author Charles Dickens and be entertained by the
Ohio Village Singers as they perform traditional carols. Continue your afternoon of fun by joining in the holiday festivities featured in Ohio Village's
special holiday event, Dickens of a Christmas. Admission: $28/adult OHS member, $12.95/child nonmember (ages 6-12), $35/adult nonmember, $15.95 child
nonmember (ages 6-12), $4 parking fee nonmembers. Reservations required. Please call 614.297.2266 or 800.686.1541.
December 16
Dickens of a Christmas
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
Noon-5 p.m.
Step into the world of Charles Dickens as Ohio Village revisits the Victorian Christmas made famous in his stories. From plum pudding to that pretty
little German toy, the Christmas tree, Dickens created a festive and enduring vision of Christmas. Join us in the village as the spirit of Dickens comes
to life through interactions with characters from his writings, cooking demonstrations, hands-on crafts, decorations, caroling, readings by candlelight,
street vendors, and many more Victorian holiday traditions. Refreshments are available for purchase. Admission: $9/adult OHS member, $6/student OHS member,
$11/adult nonmember, $8/student nonmember, $4/parking fee for nonmembers. 614.297.2300 or 800.686.6124.
December 20-21
Dickens of a Mystery
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
7-9 p.m.
Did you ever wonder what happened to Scrooge after his Christmas morning reformation? You are in store for a grand surprise in this evening's production
of Dickens of a Mystery. After you partake in a holiday dinner buffet, you will witness a series of events and then be asked to help solve the mystery.
$47/OHS member or $57/nonmember and $4 parking fee. Reservations required. Please call 614.297.2266 or 800.686.1541.
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