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Santa Claus Museum & Village Storytime with Santa

Author Lori Parrish offers readings of the Christmas story 'Could It Be Santa?' inside the historic Santa Claus Church. Children attending the event receive a treat and a take-and-make holiday craft. Guests can also tour the museum and Santa's Office, write a letter to Santa, and take photos by the 22-foot-tall Santa statue.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Free admission; donations are accepted.

Hours

Story sessions every half hour from 1:00 - 2:30 pm CT.

Ages

Children

Food & Drink

Children attending receive a free treat; no other food or drink.

Going?

Location

Santa Claus Museum & Village · 69 State Road 245, Santa Claus, IN 47579 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Choose a half-hour story session between 1:00 and 2:30 p.m. CT so you can fit the reading into your visit.
  • Leave time to tour the museum and Santa’s Office, write a letter to Santa, and see the historic statue.
  • Bring a phone or camera if you’d like to take a photo with the 22-foot-tall Santa statue.
  • Admission is free, and you may choose to bring a donation since donations are accepted.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Every child attending storytime receives a take-home craft and treat.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the storytime suited for?

The event is kid-friendly, and each child attending receives a treat and a take-and-make Christmas craft.

Who reads “Could It Be Santa?”

Author Lori Parrish reads the Christmas story in the historic Santa Claus Church.

What else can visitors do at the museum and village?

Guests can tour the museum and Santa’s Office, write a letter to Santa, and take a photo by the 22-foot-tall Santa statue.

Is admission free?

Admission is free, and donations are accepted.

Can I visit Santa and Mrs. Claus during the same visit?

Yes. Santa and Mrs. Claus offer free phone photos at the museum on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from November 27 through December 20.

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