Hermitage Holiday Village
Saturday, December 7th, 2024
11 am to 3 pm at the Hermitage Museum & Gardens
Guests of all ages are invited to explore the Hermitage Museum & Gardens and participate in a delightful variety of indoor and outdoor activities designed to celebrate the spirit of the season!
Donation-Based Admission
Admission to this event is free but we hope you will come with generosity in mind and consider donating what you can to support our museum! Donation opportunities will be available at the admissions area and throughout the event. Your donations support our mission and allow the Hermitage to offer free access to the arts.
Silent Auction
Bidding closes on 12/7 at 3 pm
Exceptional packages and experiences will be available to bid on. Find the perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list or treat yourself to a dazzling selection of items! Funds raised through the auction support free museum admission and educational programs.
Mini-Gift Market
Shop for handmade items and one-of-a-kind pieces from our Mini Market featuring a handful of vendors from The Vault, our Museum Gift Shop! Vendors include Turnstone Jewelry, Andrea Lauryn Jewelry, Katherine Leanne Designs , Alodeuri Jewelry, HONEYLOCUST Supply Co. and SuperCompStudios.
Holiday Photo Sessions
11 am – 2 pm
Photographer Casey Scalf of Storybook Studios will be joined by Santa and Mrs. Claus to offer mini-photo sessions in the gardens! Guests will receive one complimentary digital image and will have the option to purchase additional photo packages directly from the photographer. Please note that photos will be first come, first served, and high demand may result in a lengthy wait.
Artist Holiday Tree Displays
Wander through the galleries to discover a selection of artist-decorated holiday trees, each one showcasing a new twist on the traditional holiday symbol.
Festive Entertainment
Gather around in the historical Music Room to hear a selection of merry performances on our 1914 Steinway piano.
Enjoy cheerful renditions of your favorite holiday carols performed by the talented students and instructors at Music Makers. Learn more about how the instructors at Music Makers share their love and passion for music with their one-of-a-kind music performance school.
Winter Garden Tours
Join Curator of Gardens, Phillip Riske, to explore the Hermitage Gardens.
Tours begin at noon + 2 pm.
Members’ Dessert Corner
Show your Hermitage Membership Card to indulge in a selection of complimentary desserts from Creative Catering and Yummy Goodness Catering Company. Not yet a member? Join or renew today at thehermitagemuseum.org
Hermitage Highlights
Visit the museum to view a selection of historical holiday items from the Hermitage archives and stroll through our exhibition, An American Abroad: Florence Sloane in Europe, 1920s-1930s.
Art Making at the Goode Family Visual Arts School
Ongoing While Supplies Last
Greeting Cards
Cookie Decorating
Wreath Decorating
Food + Drink
Visit the bar to enjoy seasonal beverages including hot cider and eggnog. Kid-friendly and alcohol-free options will be available. Grab a bite from food trucks Deutscher Imbiss and Yolee’s G Dawgz.
Donation Drive
The Hermitage is collecting donations for Next Step to Success. Guests are encouraged to bring items including winter coats, hats, gloves, and other essentials or holiday gifts for kids ages 13-18.
Parking & Accessibility:
- Limited parking is available on-site at the Hermitage. Additional street parking can be found throughout the surrounding neighborhood. Please be mindful of all parking signage, park legally, and ensure that your vehicle is not blocking driveways and walkways.
- This event takes place across the Hermitage grounds, indoors and outside, rain or shine. Please review our accessibility information and contact the Hermitage for specific questions or needs at 757-423-2052.
