Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum invites the public to celebrate the close of the holiday season with their annual Holiday Community Day on Friday, December 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This special free-admission open house marks the ast day of the Oak Hill holiday season and offers visitors one final opportunity to experience the home’s festive historical decorations.


“The Oak Hill Community Day in December is a wonderful opportunity for local residents to explore a part of Berry’s history while enjoying the holiday atmosphere and activities,” says Cecily Crow, Director of Alumni Relations for Berry College. “If you haven’t been before, or maybe it’s been a few years since you last visited, take advantage of this free open house to help
you get into the festive spirit.”


Guests are welcome to explore the beautifully adorned rooms of Oak Hill, where docents will be on hand to share stories about the home’s rich history and the Victorian-era Christmas traditions that inspired this year’s decor. The day’s festivities will also feature live music performed in the Oak Hill home, adding a warm and elegant touch to the experience.


“We know that Martha Berry loved Christmas and took special care to celebrate with the people around her every year,” says Allison Moore, Director of Community Engagement and Education at the museum. “Oak Hill’s annual holiday decorations are a labor of love and a tribute to Miss Berry’s giving spirit, so we always like to close out the holiday season by opening the home to
the community for free.”


Families and visitors of all ages can also take part in two Victorian-inspired ornament crafts, perfect for creating a keepsake to remember the season. In addition, the event will include two readings of Clement Clarke Moore’s classic 19
th century poem, A Visit from St. Nicholas, at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Oak Hill Library.


This annual open house is a cherished celebration and a wonderful way to step back in time while celebrating the holidays in one of the region’s most beloved historic homes.
Event Details:
What: Oak Hill Holiday Community Day
When: Friday, December 20, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Where: Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum
Admission: Free for all visitors