Who says you have to wait until December to enjoy a little Christmas magic?  Step back in time and experience the holiday spirit with a mid-summer twist! Tour the Johnston House and see it decked in antique Victorian ornaments in the drawing room and vintage tableware in the dining room. The parents’ bedroom will showcase nostalgic holiday reproductions from Piqua’s own Apple Tree Gallery.

Hands-on Fun & Special Events:

Christmas Cookies in the Historic Kitchen (weather permitting)

Join us as we bake classic Christmas cookies the old-fashioned way!

Feather Tree Workshop – Saturday, July 19 • 1:00–4:00 PM

Make your own authentic 18″ feather tree with one of the last traditional feather tree artisans.  $55 Non-Members | $50 Members  Pre-registration required

Mid-Century Ornament Roundtable – Sunday, July 20 • 1:00 PM  Pull up a chair in the museum for a lively discussion about those quirky and colorful plastic Christmas ornaments from the 1950s–60s. Bring your own to show and share!

Whether you’re a history lover, a holiday collector, or just in need of a little cheer, there’s something for everyone. Come for the history—stay for the holly!