Decorated
for Christmas, the Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History in Parkersburg is
adorned not so much as a 21st century holiday, but as an international tour
with Victorian influences. International trees greet museum visitors throughout
December.
"We have trees decorated to represent Germany, Russia, Scotland,
England, Ireland, America, Spain, China, Japan, Africa, Greece, Sweden, Canada,
Mexico, France, Ukraine, and Jessie Tree (Israel)," according to Pam Salisbury,
event coordinator for Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. "We also
have trees that represent different holiday eras or traditions: Victorian,
Kwanzaa, Spirit of Christmas (religious theme), State Bird (Cardinal) and
Pioneer or Colonial America."
A special holiday open house is scheduled on Dec. 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. and will feature local entertainment and
refreshments. Entertainment will be provided by Scott Cain, dulcimer player
from Parkersburg; the
Blennerhassett Dancers, performing 18th century dances; and the Parkersburg
South High School Madrigals singers. Father Christmas will also be on hand and
dressed in Victorian-style finery.
Children visiting the museum have the opportunity to visit with Father
Christmas. Parents or guardians are encouraged to bring cameras to capture special
moments. The museum gift shop will be open and will feature 25 percent
discounts off gift purchases on regular or sale priced items. The gift shop is
operated by the Blennerhassett Island Foundation.
The Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History, located at 137
Juliana Street, will be
open through Dec. 23, Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. The museum reopens for the 2013 season
January 2. The island and sternwheeler rides resume operation May 1. Standard
admission fee for the museum is $4 for adults and $2 for children. There is no
admission fee on Dec. 2 for the open house.
For information, visit www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com or call 304-420-4800.
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