Monroe County Historical Museum's Annual Christmas Tree Festival
 Announcements for the 2010 Festival will go out in October.
The festival runs the month of December.
Hours are Wednesday through Sunday
10:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Free admission. Bring the family and celebrate the season!
For Registration or to add your group to the contact list, contact Lynn Reaume at 240-7784
FESTIVAL GUIDELINES
TREES: Artificial trees with a sturdy tree stand. Please, NO food on the trees. Some wrapped candy is acceptable- call the Museum for questions on this. You provide your own tree.
WREATHS: Artificial wreaths only, due to fire regulations. Maximum size is 36 inches in diameter. Attach a long, strong wire for the wreath's weight.
ELECTRICITY: Your group supplies a long extension cord. Electrical lighting may be inspected by the Monroe Fire Department, and non-approved wiring will not be lighted. Please put a secure label on your cord.
SPECIAL RULES: Tree skirts and signs may be placed on the immediate underlying floor. No handout literature please. Trees may be moved if staff deems necessary.
THEME: Each group decides on their own holiday theme. Some past themes were "Let it Snow", "Christmas in America", "Hearts for Christmas", etc. Each entry should have a sign with the group's name. Maximum sign size is 16" X 20". Please identify your tree and group with a sign.
Entry Form (pdf)
PAST TREES ON DISPLAY:
 The Victorian Newton Room features several trees interpreting this time era.
This is a children's Christmas morning tree bedecked with ribbons attached to toys and goodies for each child to select. Children were no different in the Victorian age, and enjoyed all the surprise and anticipation that the holiday season could create! Homemade- often with directions in the leading women's magazines- and simple store-bought ornaments and toys decorated the tree, the house, and the table.
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