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Christmas at the Manse – Melbourne Dec 7, 8

December 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Two days:

Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sunday, December 8, 2024 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM

NEW Melbourne United Church, 592 John Street, Melbourne, Ontario

 

Step back in time and celebrate the season with us at the Manse, a classic example of Italianate architecture. 

 

What to Expect:
🎄 Period Christmas Decorations: Experience the charm of Victorian-era holiday décor.


📜 Historic Displays: Explore exhibits showcasing Melbourne’s local history, including fascinating artifacts and stories of the area’s past.
👀 Signature Quilt: See the 1918 signature quilt on display—could your ancestors’ names be stitched into its fabric? Discover your family connections!🛷 Kilbourne Cutter Sleigh: Admire this elegant piece of local history on the front lawn.

 

Architecture Highlight
The Manse, built with locally-made brick, features a wide central hall, a stunning staircase, and large windows with stained glass. While originally designed without modern conveniences like bathrooms, later adaptations—including 1960s enclosed porches—have added layers to its architectural story over the decades.

The Italianate design of this home was inspired by plans published in the Canada Farmer magazine in 1865, which highlighted this style for its practicality and grandeur.

Ref: http://www.ontarioarchitecture.com/italianate.htm

Giving Back
In the spirit of the season, we are graciously accepting non-perishable food items and cash donations for local food banks.  Join us for a heartwarming afternoon filled with history, holiday cheer, and community spirit. We can’t wait to welcome you!            

Details

Date:
December 7
Time:
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Organizer

NEW Melbourne United Church

Venue

NEW Melbourne United Church
592 John Street
Melbourne, Ontario Canada
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