Share
The Fresno Historical Society has been working overtime to present a visual feast for the holidays at the Kearney Museum Mansion.
On Sunday, the society debuts its “Christmas Through the Decades” tree display. Each tree is designed and styled by a local decorator.
Listen to this article:
In addition, there is a photo exhibition courtesy of the Pop Laval Foundation featuring photos of Central Valley Christmas celebrations from the early 1900s.
Meet and Greet With a Victorian Santa on Dec. 7
On Saturday, Dec. 7, the museum will host a meet-and-greet with a classic Victorian-dressed Santa Claus. Admission will include a photo opportunity, cookies, and hot chocolate.
You can purchase tickets for that event and other museum events at this link.
Guided tours are available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. throughout December.
The mansion also is open for self-guided tours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Sunday and on Dec. 7.
Museum Admission Prices
Museum admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors and students, and $6 for children 12-and-under.
The Kearney Museum Mansion is at 7160 West Kearney Blvd. Additional information: 559 441-0862, info@valleyhistory.org and www.valleyhistory.org.
The Tree Decorators
1920’s Tree: June Boyce, Sponsored by Sceptre & Sash
1930’s Tree: Carli Morgan
1940’s Tree: Susan Kampsen and Marilyn Perryman—The Balerud Sisters, Sponsored by Sayre Miller 1950’s Tree: Kathleen Burke of Victorian Gardens of Two Sisters
1960’s Tree: Susan Kampsen and Marilyn Perryman—The Balerud Sisters
1970’s Tree: Austin Jae and Genalyn Santos of Adornments of Praise Hula Ministry
1980’s Tree: Designed and Sponsored by Darden Architects
1990’s Tree: Candice Pendergrass
New Millennium Tree: Laurel Ashlock and the Cultural Arts Rotary
The Centennial Tree: Fresno Historical Society
Bakersfield Man Who Made Bomb Found Near Community Pool Pleads Guilty
13 hours ago
Fresno Police Arrest Two and Seize 15 Firearms in Gang-Related Investigation
16 hours ago
The Populist vs. the Billionaire: Bannon, Musk and the Battle Within MAGA
16 hours ago
Study Tells CA Legislators to Declare War on Red Tape. Will They Do It?
17 hours ago
Visalia Men Arrested for Homicide After Deadly Attack at Apartment Complex
17 hours ago
Visalia Head-On Crash Kills One, Leaves One Injured
18 hours ago
Washington Post Columnist Quits After Her Opinion Piece Criticizing Owner Is Rejected
18 hours ago
Fresno Man Used Popular Game ‘Among Us’ to Exploit Minor Pled Guilty
13 hours ago
Categories

Fresno Man Used Popular Game ‘Among Us’ to Exploit Minor Pled Guilty

Ontario Slaps 25% Tax Increase on Electricity Exports to US in Response to Trump’s Trade War

Bakersfield Man Who Made Bomb Found Near Community Pool Pleads Guilty

Fresno Police Arrest Two and Seize 15 Firearms in Gang-Related Investigation
