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25
Jan
2017
Summer 2017 Internship Opportunity

Summer 2017 Internship Opportunity

By Kathleen Crews on January 25, 2017 in News with No Comments

We are now accepting applications for our 2017 Summer Internship. This position will allow students interested in history to gain experience at a non-profit museum and national park site. The internship runs approximately 12 weeks and is compensated. Housing is also available. Click HERE for more information  

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6
Jan
2017
Thank you Elves

Thank you Elves

By Kathleen Crews on January 6, 2017 in News with No Comments

  In 2016, the Santa Claus Museum & Village welcomed hundreds of volunteer Elves who responded to tens of thousands of letters sent to Santa Claus. The Elf operation ran seven days a week, often lasting twelve or thirteen hours a day. We were thrilled to have scores of veteran Elves return to help Santa, […]

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1
Nov
2016
But What If There’s No Chimney?

But What If There’s No Chimney?

By Kathleen Crews on November 1, 2016 in News with No Comments

  Are you looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Do you know a child living in a house with no chimney? We’ve got something new for you! Santa’s Elves help Santa respond to letters sent from all over the world, and one of the most common concerns expressed in these letters is, “Santa we don’t […]

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19
Jan
2016
Thank You Elves

Thank You Elves

By Kathleen Crews on January 19, 2016 in A Day at the Museum News with No Comments

Dear Elves, We cannot thank you enough for all of your support, dedication, assistance and good cheer this holiday season. We had a record breaking Christmas; in only 21 days, approximately 200 Elves answered over 22,000 letters. We benefited from the knowledge of our veteran Elves and we were thrilled to welcome many new Elves. […]

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1
Jun
2015
New Book, Classic Letters

New Book, Classic Letters

By Kathleen Crews on June 1, 2015 in News with 2 Comments

UPDATE: 10/5/15 ** Letters to Santa Claus is now available! The Elves are thrilled to announce that a new book featuring over 250 letters to Santa Claus will be released in October 2015. The book, entitled Letters to Santa Claus, is a dream-come-true for all of Santa’s merry helpers. This dedicated group of volunteers devote […]

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2
Mar
2015
2015 Season

2015 Season

By Kathleen Crews on March 2, 2015 in A Day at the Museum News with No Comments

Spring can’t get here soon enough! We are looking forward to re-opening for the season and enjoying a great 2015. We will be open weekends in May, beginning Saturday, May 2, 2015. Please visit our Plan a Visit page for information on hours of operation. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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30
Jan
2015
Internship Opportunity

Internship Opportunity

By Kathleen Crews on January 30, 2015 in News Uncategorized with 3 Comments

UPDATE (3/1/15): We are no longer accepting applications for this position. Thanks! Though we’re still in a deep freeze here in southern Indiana, we are already looking ahead to the summer season! We will be hiring a summer intern in partnership with Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. A stipend and housing will be provided. For more […]

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2
Dec
2014
Santa’s Elves, OneNote and One Giant Christmas List

Santa’s Elves, OneNote and One Giant Christmas List

By Kathleen Crews on December 2, 2014 in A Day at the Museum News Uncategorized with 1 Comment

2014 is a big year for the Elves. It’s the 100th anniversary of the Letters to Santa program. And… we have an exciting new project! Santa’s Elves have partnered with Microsoft OneNote to create one giant wish list for Santa Claus. Each and every Christmas wish we receive will go on this list and we think […]

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16
Aug
2014
Late Summer Hours

Late Summer Hours

By Kathleen Crews on August 16, 2014 in News with No Comments

  As summer slowly winds to a close, we are wrapping up our full-time operation. Beginning Saturday, August 17, 2014, the Santa Claus Museum & Village will be open weekends only. Please see our Plan A Visit page for detailed hours and directions. Hope to see you soon!

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11
Jun
2014
The Perks of Museum Membership

The Perks of Museum Membership

By Kathleen Crews 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 […]

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