The spirit of Christmas past at Landis Valley
evokes memories of hearth, heart, and home. Learn about nineteenth and early
twentieth century Pennsylvania Dutch Christmas practices and legends.
See beautiful holiday decorations and open hearth cooking demonstrations while
touring the Landis Valley Museum & Village with period costumed guides.
Enjoy a traditional meal in the 1856 historic Landis Valley House
Hotel. After our luncheon, you will be entertained by a famous
Christmas character familiar to you all, “der Belsnickel.” Don’t
forget to visit the Weathervane Museum Store for unique traditional
crafts and holiday merchandise, including jams, jellies for your shopping
pleasure. Before departing for home, we conclude our day at the National
Christmas Center. Take a self-guided tour through the center
and discover the whimsy and fantasy, the magic and memories, and the history and
traditions of Christmas. Happy Holidays!
