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Family Nights with Santa & Holiday Concert Series at The Durham

Ho Ho Ho! During the busy holiday season, The Durham Museum makes it easy for families to create special memories with Santa. Tuesday Nights with Santa are filled with family-fun activities, and of course, an appearance from Jolly Saint Nick himself!

Plan your family’s visit now to enjoy all the evening has to offer:

  • Santa’s Cabin Experience: Come see Jolly Saint Nick and share your Christmas wishlists
  • Sock Skating Pond: Slide and glide with family and friends at our new indoor sock skating experience. No frostbite, just fun!
  • Create a holiday craft at the Mangelsen’s Craft Corner
  • Enjoy live performances by local musical ensembles in front of the 40-foot tree
  • Take part in the FNBO Elfie Scavenger Hunt and see how many elves you can cross off
  • Let it snow! Close the night out at 7:50PM with an indoor winter wonderland “snowfall” inside the Suzanne and Walter Scott Great Hall

Please note, Santa’s Cabin closes at 7:30PM. Upon arriving to the museum, families wanting to see Santa are highly encouraged to do so at the beginning of their visit. Jolly Saint Nick is quite a popular fella, so wait times may be longer than usual.

Holiday Cultural Festival at The Durham

Take a festive trip around the globe during the guest-favorite Holiday Cultural Festival at The Durham Museum. With numerous local cultural organizations expected to participate, guests will have a great opportunity to learn how the world celebrates the upcoming holiday season.

A guest-favorite event, Holiday Cultural Festival offers unique crafts and traditional dress while musicians and dancers perform in front of Omaha’s official Christmas tree throughout the night. Santa himself will be on site, so bring your Christmas wish lists. And don’t forget the food! This event includes delicious and hard-to-find ethnic cuisine, as well as gifts.

Come experience the world at The Durham Museum on December 5!

Nutcracker Storytime

The American Midwest Ballet Nutcracker Storytime! Join us on Monday, November 17, at 10:30AM for a fun and interactive take on this classic holiday tale. All ages are welcome, so bring the whole family!

Crafts with Cops: Christmas Ornaments

Join on the first Thursday of the month for a special craft your little one can do with a Papillion Police Officer. Crafts will take place in the Youth Area.

This month’s craft project: Christmas Ornaments

Holiday Greenscreen Photos

Are you ready for the winter holidays? Get photos taken for free to send to family or friends! We’ll have the green screen backdrop set up in the second floor of the library to take photos and then Photoshop it onto a winter background. *Note: Do not wear green.

Handmade Ornaments

Dive into our collection of crafting materials to make a unique handmade ornament, perfect for hanging up on the Teen Central Tree!

Kickoff to Christmas

Join for an unforgettable evening filled with joy and festive spirit!

Celebrate the holiday season at their Kickoff to Christmas event! Enjoy a magical tree lighting ceremony by Mayor Bryan Bequette at Arbor Lodge Mansion with musical entertainment, unique shopping from local brands at Apple House Market, and a delicious dinner with drink specials at Timbers.

The Arbor Day Farm Trolley will depart from Lied Lodge shortly after 5 p.m. with a ceremonial tree lighting at Arbor Lodge Mansion at 5:30pm followed by shopping at Apple House Market, and back to Lied Lodge for live music in the lobby. Drinks, dinner, and dessert (cost associated) at Timbers and Library Lounge.

The event is free, and no prior reservations are required except for dinner at Timbers.