Date/Time
Date(s) - 12/12/2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Pond-Dakota Mission Park 401 East 104th Street, Bloomington, MN, 55420
Description
During the annual Christmastime living history programs, families can enjoy Christmas treats and hot beverages, sing carols and listen to stories, tour the house full of festive decorations and create seasonal crafts. All Ages. FREE. Drop In. December 12 & 19, 2026.
Upcoming Pond House Christmas programs
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Christmas Celebration. Gather ‘round the 19th century pump organ to sing Christmas carols and winter favorites. Living history actors playing the parts of Gideon and Agnes Pond will read the Christmas story and an excerpts from Rev. Pond’s 1864 Christmas sermon. Enjoy the festive décor as you warm yourself by the fireplace. Make paper star ornaments to take home along with holiday treats “to go”. December 12, 2026; 1-4pm.
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Victorian Christmas. Learn about Victorian Christmas traditions, sample treats and make a garland of popcorn and cranberries to string on your Christmas tree or to feed the hungry birds and squirrels in your neighborhood! Program and supplies are free. December 19, 2026; 1-4pm
More information
- Find a complete listing of programming on the City of Bloomington’s Pond House page.
- Ye Olde Holidays at Twin Cities Museums & Historic Sites
- The Pond House offers weekly living history programs throughout the year.
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