Christmas Regale at Fort Nisqually
Guests can step back in time for an old-fashioned holiday celebration featuring parlor games, ornament crafting, and pomander making using clementines and cloves. Visitors can browse a holiday market, stop into the kitchen for a treat, and meet Father Christmas. Children are invited to help bring the Yule Log into the fort, and all groups may take a fresh cut of the log home.
What to Expect
Old-fashioned holiday festivities with crafts, parlor games, and the Yule Log.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Organizer
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Food & Drink
The kitchen offers a treat.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Old-fashioned and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 11 am-4 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early to line up for Father Christmas, as the event page recommends arriving early for the chance to meet him.
- Tell children they are invited to help bring the Yule Log into the fort so they can be ready to join in.
- Leave time to browse the holiday market and stop into the kitchen for a treat during the event.
- Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate layers for moving around the fort during a day of holiday activities.
- If you would like a keepsake, remember that all parties may take a fresh cut of the Yule Log home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Christmas Regale good for all ages?
Yes. Guests of all ages can play parlor games, make ornaments and make pomanders from clementines and cloves throughout the day.
What can kids do with the Yule Log?
Children can help bring the Yule Log into the Fort. Every party can take a fresh cut of the log home.
How do we meet Father Christmas?
Father Christmas is at the fort to meet visitors. Arrive early to get in line to see him.
Is there food or anything to shop for?
You can stop by the kitchen for a treat and browse the holiday market.
What makes this different from a typical holiday outing?
It's an old-fashioned Christmas at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. The day centers on parlor games, handmade ornaments, pomanders and harvesting the Yule Log.
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