December 2021
Merry and Bright: A Victorian Christmas
Get in the holiday spirit here at the Downers Grove Museum! We invite you and your whole family to learn about Victorian Christmas Traditions, tour the holiday decorated Victorian Blodgett House, and visit with Santa. Stoll the park on a luminary walk, view holiday trees decorated by the community and warm up around a campfire as you listen to Victorian-era carolers. All attendees must register, however those under the age of 2 on the day of the event are free.
Find out more »Candy Cane Lane
Take a trip down Candy Cane Lane. Come visit with Santa, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus and play games with the elves. An adult must stay to supervise their child(ren). Only 2 adults per family may attend. *Participants with food allergies may be exposed to allergens. An email with guidelines and information will be sent out prior to the event. Registration is required.
Find out more »Samantha’s Victorian Christmas
Make crafts and play games related to American Girl Samantha’s story to learn what Christmas was like in the Victorian period. Step back in time and see Victorian Christmas holiday decorations and traditions by exploring the Victorian Blodgett house.
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