Community Holiday Tree Display
Visitors can explore a collection of festive holiday trees decorated by local organizations and businesses showcasing their missions and seasonal creativity. The display is presented alongside the museum's annual A Dickens Christmas exhibition. Guests can view an assortment of uniquely themed trees spread throughout the museum.
What to Expect
Holiday trees decorated by local businesses and community organizations.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Appleton Museum of Art
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy festive community displays
Vibe
Festive and creative
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Accessibility: The museum is committed to making its collections, building, programs, and services accessible to all visitors.
Tips & Advice
- Visit on Free First Saturday, November 7, or Holiday Community Day, December 5, when museum admission is free and the Artspace has family crafts.
- Check large bags, backpacks and umbrellas at Visitor Services before you enter the galleries, since anything bigger than 11 x 15 inches has to be checked.
- Eat before you come, because the museum has no restaurant and food and drink are only allowed in designated areas.
- The museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day during the display's run, so plan your holiday-week visit around those days.
- Bring your ID or card, because members, U.S. veterans and Florida educators, first responders and healthcare professionals all get in free.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free First Saturday on November 7: free museum admission, family artmaking in the Artspace and documentary screenings in the auditorium.
- Holiday Community Day on December 5: a free day with A Dickens Christmas, the Community Tree Display, other special exhibitions and festive crafts in the Artspace.
- Signing Santa on December 6: a free Deaf-friendly event with Santa and Mrs. Claus in ASL, plus a complimentary printed photo and a digital image.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I see at the tree display?
Holiday trees decorated by local businesses and organizations, each showing off its group's mission or holiday spirit. They're set up throughout the museum alongside the annual "A Dickens Christmas: The Urban Family's Holiday Exhibition."
Can my business or organization decorate a tree?
Yes. Fill out the registration form and decorate your tree or display on Monday, November 2. The museum provides electrical hookups, a foot switch for the lights, signage and social media posts. You bring a step stool or ladder and your tools. Ideas for displays other than trees are welcome by email.
Is there food at the museum?
There's no restaurant, and food and drink are only allowed in designated areas.
Can I take photos?
Non-flash photography is allowed in the permanent collection galleries, outdoor spaces and public areas. For special exhibitions, ask Visitor Services about photography first.
Is there something hands-on for kids?
Yes. The Artspace is a hands-on makerspace for children and adults, and it's included with museum admission.
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