Experience Christmas Past
Step inside 18,000 square feet of nostalgic Christmas wonder at the National Christmas Center. This immersive museum tells the story of Christmas throughout the centuries—from the Nativity to 1950s Americana—through art, music, light, and imagination. See handcrafted nativities, vintage storefronts, and glittering displays that capture the true spirit of the holiday season.
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$22 USD
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Ages All
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1–2 Hours
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Pennsylvania, United States
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Elizabethtown
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- 17-Foot Storefronts
- 1,200+ Nativities
- Animated Tudor Towne
- Vintage Toy Collections
- Faith-Based Exhibits
- Family Friendly
- Accessible Museum
- Christmas Gift Shop
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- Admission to National Christmas Center exhibits, shuttle transport, and entry to Christmas Village at Ironstone Ranch (select days).
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- Comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing for short shuttle transfer, and camera for photos.
National Christmas Center 2025 Features
Journey Through Christmas
Walk through 17-foot-tall storefronts recreating 1950s Columbia, Pennsylvania, where sparkling lights and vintage décor evoke the magic of yesteryear.
Faith & Tradition
View more than 1,200 nativities, St. Nicholas exhibits, and Tudor Towne’s story of forgiveness—celebrating the birth of Christ and the joy of giving.
National Christmas Center 2025 Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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17-Foot Storefronts
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1,200+ Nativities
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Animated Tudor Towne
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Vintage Toy Collections
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Faith-Based Exhibits
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Family Friendly
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Accessible Museum
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Christmas Gift Shop
Description
Rediscover the story of Christmas at Stone Gables Estate’s National Christmas Center—an 18,000-square-foot tribute to the season’s spiritual and cultural history. Explore streets lined with 17-foot storefronts, antique toys, glowing nativities, and handmade carolers from around the world. Exhibits include Tudor Towne’s animated scenes of forgiveness, Byers’ Choice displays, and vintage treasures from Santa’s past. This heartfelt museum experience blends history, artistry, and faith, offering visitors a joyful and reverent celebration of the birth of Christ.
Itinerary
- 10:00 AM – Shuttle pickup at 48 Industrial Rd., Elizabethtown
10:15 AM – Arrival and check - 10:30 AM – Begin self
- 11:15 AM – Visit nativities, toy collections, and Tudor Towne
11:45 AM – Explore Titanic builder’s model and faith - 12:00 PM – Shop souvenirs at the Christmas Store and board shuttle return
Price & Availability
$22 adults (18+); $12 children (5–17); free for ages 4 and under.
Open November 21, 2025 – January 3, 2026 (Mon–Sat, 10 AM–4 PM).
Closed Sundays and major holidays.
Tickets non-refundable but transferable.
Includes complimentary access to Christmas Village on select dates.
Food & Drink
Concessions and refreshments available at on-site Christmas store.
Instructions
Park at 48 Industrial Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Shuttle departs every 30 minutes to the museum site.
Restrictions
Wheelchair accessible museum; shuttle may have limited accessibility—call in advance for assistance.
Transportation
Shuttle transportation included between parking lot and museum.
Frequently Asked Questions
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