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Brighten Your Season at the Holiday Tree Show

Trees, garlands, ribbons … and thousands of twinkling lights!

Step into the magic of the season at the 2024 Holiday Tree Show, hosted at the beautiful Lincoln-Tallman Museum. Discover a dazzling display of 150 uniquely decorated trees and festive adornments, each trimmed by a local business, nonprofit, volunteer, or family.

Explore all three levels of the historic mansion, transformed into a wonderland of holiday cheer. Open-house-style tours are perfect for visitors of all ages, making it an ideal holiday outing for families, couples, and friends.

New in 2024: Young visitors can enjoy a scavenger hunt and a booklet filled with holiday-themed games, adding extra fun to their experience.

Make your visit even more special by stopping in the museum’s cozy lounge for a beverage. Sip and stroll through the beautifully decorated home—our cash bar will be open during all tour hours.

Ticket Information:

  • Tickets are $15 for adults. Children 12 and under are FREE.
  • Your ticket grants access on any tour day—purchase online or at the door.
  • Grand Opening: November 29, Noon – 8PM
  • Saturday November 30: 12PM-8PM
  • Sunday December 1: 12PM-4 PM
  • Thursday December 5: 3PM-7PM
  • Friday December 6: 3PM-8PM
  • Saturday December 7: 12PM-8PM
  • Sunday December 8: 12PM-4PM
  • Thursday December 12: 3PM-7PM
  • Friday December 13: 3PM-8PM 
  • Saturday December 14: 12PM-8PM 
  • Sunday December 15: 12PM-4PM
  • CLOSED: Thursday December 19
  • Friday December 20: 3PM-8PM 
  • Saturday December 21: 12PM-8PM 
  • Sunday December 22: 12PM-4PM 
  • Monday December 23: 12PM-4PM 
  • CLOSED: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
  • Thursday December 26: 3PM-7PM 
  • Friday December 27: 3PM-7PM 
  • Saturday December 28: 12PM-4PM
  • Sunday December 29: 12PM-4PM 
  • Monday December 30: 12PM-4PM

The Holiday Tree Show runs from November 29 – December 30. Don’t miss this beloved tradition, where holiday spirit and history come together in the most magical way.

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Photos with Santa

November 29 – December 23 during tour hours.

Bring your family, friends, and – even pets – for a photo with Santa inside the festive Lincoln-Tallman Museum. We set the stage and you take the photo!

This year, we’ll have three groups playing Santa and Mrs. Claus:

  • Tom & Kathy Boguszewski
  • Lonnie & Rachel Houseman-Brigham
  • DuWayne Severson & Karla Keller

Watch our Facebook page to see which Santa is on duty!

No charge. Donations appreciated. No reservations required. Or stay and tour the Holiday Tree Show. Admission tickets available at the tree show or above online.

Discover Unique, Locally Made Treasures at the RCHS Artisan Gift Shop

Shop for handcrafted sweaters, ceramics, wood pieces, and so much more!

Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Private shopping always available. Please call 608-756-4509.

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The Rock County Historical Society enriches and engages the communities in Rock County, Wisconsin through preservation and dissemination of the unique history and heritage of our area.

 

Gathering here today in the Rock River Valley, the Rock County Historical Society (RCHS) acknowledges the Indigenous People whose ancestors thrived for thousands of years in this region. RCHS welcomes all the First Nations as the nations pass along their native language and traditions to younger generations.

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RCHS Museum & Visitor Center
426 N. Jackson St.
Janesville, WI  53548
(608) 756-4509
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Lincoln Tallman Museum
440 N. Jackson St.
Janesville, WI  53548
(608) 756-4509
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