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CHRISTMAS TREE EXHIBIT
December 1 to December 23
This year's history-inspired trees and the accompanying inspiration
objects will be displayed throughout the Amos Blanchard House. Don't
miss your chance to see this popular exhibit, enjoyed by over 1000
visitors in 2008. Free event.
Learn more...
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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS OPEN HOUSE
Friday, December 4th, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
As part of the Andover Business Center Association’s (ABCA) annual
Holiday Happenings event the Historical
Society will host our annual holiday open house featuring our
Historic Tree exhibit. Free event. |
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Saturday, December 5th, 9:00 am -
12:00 noon
The Historical Society will participate and host craft activities in
the ABCA Holiday Happenings Breakfast with
Santa event. Find the Historical Society's table to make your very
own traditional spinning top! Event location to be announced.
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PARADE
OF PARTY FASHIONS
Tuesday, December 8th, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us at Memorial Hall Library as
we take you on a journey of Party fashion history. We will start in
1810 and work our way up decade by decade to 2010. Models will
feature authentic reproduction costumes and vintage pieces as we
discover the many silhouettes and designs of party history! Free
event.
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FELICITY AMERICAN GIRL TEA
Thursday, December 10th, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Young ladies ages 7-12 are invited to attend an American Girl tea
party. We will learn about Felicity’s holiday
celebrations in 1774 by playing games, make crafts and try tea and
tasty treats. Bring your favorite doll for this fun tea party!
Tickets:
$20 per child, $15 per accompanying adult.
Purchase Tickets
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TEDDY
BEAR TEAS
Wednesday,
December 9th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Wednesday, December 16th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Designed for visitors age 3-5 our Teddy Bear teas include an
interactive story, crafts, and tea using real tea cups and yummy
treats! Great fun for boys and girls. Tickets: $10 per child and $7
per accompanying adult.
Purchase Tickets |
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MOLLY AMERICAN GIRL TEA
Thursday, December 17th, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Young ladies ages 7-12 are invited to attend an American Girl tea
party. We will learn about Molly’s holiday
in 1944 by playing games, make crafts, and try tea and tasty treats
enjoyed. Bring your favorite doll for this fun tea party! Tickets:
$20 per child, $15 per accompanying adult.
Purchase Tickets
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NEW
ENGLAND AFTERNOON HIGH TEA
Tuesday, December 15th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Guests will be seated among a spectacular display of decorated trees
in the Historical Society's Main Gallery to enjoy an afternoon of
tea and goodies. Mothers, daughters, grandmothers, sisters, and good
friends join us for a special afternoon. Tickets
$30 per person.
Purchase Tickets |
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MEMBERS
BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOURS
Friday, December 11th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Friday, December 18th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Members are invited to join staff for these unique behind-the-scenes
tours of the Christmas Tree Exhibit.
Learn more about the history of the inspiration objects, decorating
techniques, and special programs related to
the exhibit. Free Event |
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SATURDAY CRAFTS
Saturday, December 12th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 19th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Looking for something relaxing to do on a cold December Saturday?
Stop by the Historical Society for a tour of the Historic Tree
Exhibit and a holiday craft. Dec. 12, make a
Christmas Tree ornament and on Dec. 19, make a pierced tin ornament.
Free Event. |
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PAJAMA STORY HOUR WITH SANTA
Monday, December 21st, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Santa will make a special appearance this night to read everyone’s
favorite Christmas story 'Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Join us in PJs with your favorite stuffed animal, doll, or blanket
for a story, light snack, and an easy craft. Tickets
$6 per child. Recommended for ages 3-6.
Purchase Tickets
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