From classic decor to the downright creative, 80 elaborately decorated trees will soon go on display at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center to delight people of all ages.
The exhibit features dozens of new themes, from holiday staples such as the Sugarplum Fairy and Santa’s sleigh to unique concepts such as popping champagne and the fictional Indiana town in Stranger Things. While the mood is festive, there’s a friendly competition for fan favorite, with past winners such as the Indianapolis Zoo and Plow Digital keeping this year’s idea top secret.
As visitors tour the winter wonderland, they also can take part in scavenger hunts for The Elf on the Shelf or the Weihnachtzgurke, 10 pickle ornaments hidden in trees throughout the building. When legs get weary, guests are invited to take a break in the Cole Porter Room, where a singer leads guests through holiday-themed songs, as well as popular Porter standards.
450 W. Ohio St., Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Time to celebrate the iconic film A Christmas Story, set in Indiana. Visit for a day full of trivia, bunny suit photo ops and Chinese take-out crafts. Don’t forget to drink your Ovaltine in preparation for our decoding challenge!
Schedule of Activities
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ornament Craft
Decoder Puzzle
A Christmas Story Mad Libs!
Noon to 1 p.m.
Will your Tongue Really Stick to a Flagpole?
1 to 2 p.m.
A Christmas Story Movie Trivia
2 to 3 p.m.
Will your Tongue Really Stick to a Flagpole?
3 to 4 p.m.
A Christmas Story Movie Trivia
Free with admission