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12
Jul
2014
A Tasty Treat
By Emily on July 12, 2014 in A Day at the Museum with No Comments
UPDATE: Donut Truck Operations on hold. 7/17/14 – White Squirrel Donuts has decided to focus on their storefront location in Rockport, Indiana, and will be suspending the donut truck operation at the Santa Claus Museum & Village for now. We hope to welcome them back to Santa Claus sometime soon and we’ll be sure to keep […]
11
Jun
2014
The Perks of Museum Membership
By Emily on June 11, 2014 in News with No Comments
Our annual membership drive is underway and we’re hoping to recruit a few good men and women to join the ranks of our museum supporters. We love serving the community and in an effort to keep the Santa Claus Museum & Village open and accessible to everyone, we do not charge […]
21
May
2014
Welcome to 2014
By Emily on May 21, 2014 in featured slider News with 2 Comments
This summer marks our third season as the Santa Claus Museum & Village and we have lots more fun in-store for you this year. Stop by the museum and check out our new “Under the Christmas Tree” exhibit, highlighting what children in Santa Claus, Indiana, may have received on Christmas morning in years past. View […]
21
May
2014
Shop Local
By Emily on May 21, 2014 in A Day at the Museum featured slider Uncategorized with No Comments
We are dedicated to supporting the local community and providing items in our gift shop made here in southern Indiana. Whether you are visiting town for the weekend, or live right next door, we have a great selection of locally made merchandise that will fit any occasion. Need a snack to satisfy your sweet tooth? […]
9
Apr
2014
Opening Day is Right Around the Corner
By Emily on April 9, 2014 in News Uncategorized with 2 Comments
Mark your calendars! Opening Day at the Santa Claus Museum & Village is Saturday, May 3, 2014. This year brings new exhibits, events and even new partners. Stay tuned for updates. For more information on our upcoming hours of operation, please go to our Plan a Visit page.
7
Nov
2013
A Merry Little Christmas in 2013
By Emily on November 7, 2013 in A Day at the Museum with 2 Comments
Christmas will be here before you know it and we have lots of holiday cheer in-store at the Santa Claus Museum & Village. Visit our 2013 Christmas Events Page for more information about the upcoming holiday season!
7
Nov
2013
Why Santa Claus Came to Town…
By Emily on November 7, 2013 in News Special Events with No Comments
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Santa Claus will be on-sale just in time for the holidays! The latest book in Arcadia’s Images of America series will be available on Saturday, December 7, 2013. Current and past residents of Santa Claus, Indiana, contributed hundreds of photos and memories. Thanks to their stories, the book boasts more […]
30
Sep
2013
All Hallows’ Eve at the Santa Claus Museum & Village
By Emily on September 30, 2013 in Special Events Uncategorized with 1 Comment
Beware the Headless Horseman! Our second annual All Hallows’ Eve celebration is just around the corner and we can’t wait to welcome back Storyteller Susan Fowler for another rendition of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Join us on Saturday, October 19th, 2013 and Saturday, October 26th, 2013. This year, reservations are required for […]
3
Jul
2013
Coffee, Cocoa, and Canvas
By Emily on July 3, 2013 in Special Events with No Comments
We have a great event coming-up soon! Local artist Ryan Hayes will be at the Santa Claus Museum & Village on Saturday, July 20th for Coffee, Cocoa, and Canvas. Guests will be treated to coffee and hot cocoa, as well as homemade goodies baked from local recipes in the Santa Claus Museum Cookbook. Ryan will […]
21
Jun
2013
Hit the Brakes
By Emily on June 21, 2013 in News with No Comments
Our giant Santa Claus Statue has recently been named a Brake-Worthy Attraction! Pick-up a copy of the new, 2014 Deluxe North America Road Atlas by Kappa, and turn to the special section on Roadside Attractions. You’ll find the Santa Claus Statue listed as one of the two, must-see, “brake-worthy” attractions in Indiana. Standing 22-feet-tall and […]
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