It’s that time of year! Join us in our annual collaboration with the Montclair History Center as we decorate the Crane House and Historic YMCA in period-appropriate holiday splendor. Come help prepare this historic Montclair gem for the many visitors who tour the site during the holiday season.
To get into the holiday spirit and find inspiration, take a look at the magic we’ve made in past years!
Wreath, Swag, and Bow-Making Workshop
Tuesday, December 3, 1:00-3:00PM
We’ll meet in the basement of the Crane House, 108 Orange Road, Montclair
This is a hands-on workshop where we’ll learn how to make the wreaths, swags, garlands and bows that we’ll use tomorrow to decorate the Crane House and Historic YMCA. Plant material and supplies will be provided, and Michele Trevenan and Fran Ackerly will demonstrate how to tie, assemble, wire, and arrange decorations to create historically accurate adornments. Please bring your own gloves and pruning shears.
Crane House and Historic YWCA Holiday Decorating Wednesday, December 4, 10AM-2:00PM 108 Orange Rd., Montclair
Come share your decorating skills as we make magic happen. If you haven't taken part in this festive annual event, it’s a wonderful way to make new garden club friends, and learn more about our community, too. Sign up to join or lead a room team, or sign up to be a "floating" decorator, assisting wherever help is needed. Even if you only have an hour, help us adorn this 18th century house in preparation for the public tours offered during the month of December.
Please use street parking. The limited parking in the lot behind the house can be used for those
with mobility issues, as well as unloading decorating supplies. Entrance to the lot is between
108 and 110 Orange Road. Entrance to the museum is at the back of the house at 110.
Please contact Karen Fricke or Tova Narrett with any questions.
I’ll be out of town, so sorry to miss it. Hope to be there with all of you for the cleanup.