Christmas in 2017 is fun, but do you ever miss the celebrations of years gone by? If you’re feeling nostalgic this year, you might want to head out to Dakota City Heritage Village in Farmington, Minnesota. Every year, this historic village gets decked out in Christmas lights and welcomes people for a night of holiday festivities. As we get further and further from the simpler lives people once lived villages like this one, Dakota City’s Christmas in the Village event gets even more magical year after year. Read on to learn more:
Dakota City Heritage Village is a five-acre village dating back to 1900. You’ll find it at 4008 220th Street West in Farmington, Minnesota.
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Each year, the village decks its 22 buildings out in twinkling lights to celebrate the Christmas season.
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Many of the buildings have a fun holiday activity. At the Depot, climb into Santa’s sleigh for a cute Christmas photo op.
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The general store, strung with lights, is also an interesting stop.
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Inside, you’ll find costumed shopkeepers there to show off all the newest items for sale in 1900.
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At the Village Hall, you can write a letter to Santa.
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And at the post office, mail your letter off to the North Pole.
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Many of the buildings have festive decorations on the inside, too. Christmas trees trimmed with historic ornaments add even more nostalgia to this Christmas village.
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The one-room schoolhouse is particularly charming. Stop in to hear a story from the teachers.
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When you’ve seen all of the attractions, it’s time for your final activity: a ride on the horse-drawn trolley! It is free with the cost of admission.
Dakota City Heritage Village/Facebook In 2017, Christmas in the Village will take place during the first two weekends of December. Visit on December 2, 3, 9, and 10. The hours are 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on each of those days.Entrance to Christmas in the Village costs $4 for ages 3-12, and $7 for those 13 and up. Kids younger than 3 get in for free.
Are you interested in checking out this Christmas village in Minnesota? Do you know of any other favorite holiday attractions? Share your thoughts in the comments below. For more holiday fun, check out the North Pole train ride that will take you on an unforgettable adventure.
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In 2017, Christmas in the Village will take place during the first two weekends of December. Visit on December 2, 3, 9, and 10. The hours are 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on each of those days.Entrance to Christmas in the Village costs $4 for ages 3-12, and $7 for those 13 and up. Kids younger than 3 get in for free.
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