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SUMMARY:“A Merry Beary Christmas” Doll Museum Special Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Visitors of all ages are invited to “A Merry Beary Christmas”\, a heartwarming holiday exhibit on display in the Old Rectory Parlor. Featuring a delightful collection of teddy bears\, these cherished bears—each with its own story and personality—have been lovingly arranged in festive vignettes. Bears bundled in knit sweaters\, seated in antique sleighs. A charming tea party scene with bears dressed in vintage attire\, sipping from dainty porcelain cups and nibbling on tiny pastries. Groups of bears nestled on the settee enjoying time together at the holiday. This festive exhibit runs through our seasonal closing in December. Free\, Open to the Public. \nGift Shop & Doll Museum Hours: \nWednesday-Friday\, 1-4 pm \nSaturday\, 10 am-2 pm \nClosed Wednesday\, Nov. 26th and Thursday\, Nov. 27th for the holiday. \nSaturday\, Dec. 20th is the last day to visit the Shop and the Doll Museum in 2025. Closed in January. The Rectory will reopen in February 2026.
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/a-merry-beary-christmas-doll-museum-special-exhibit/
LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED!  Celebrating Margaret Lawrence\, A Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER\, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.  DETAILS ON RESCHEDULING TBA.\nTuesday\, Dec. 2nd\, 7 – 8:30 \nCelebrating Margaret Lawrence\, A Holiday Open House \nJoin us in honoring Margaret Lawrence’s remarkable 20+ years of service to the Worthington Historical Society before her retirement at the conclusion of 2025! On Monday\, December 2nd from 7:00–8:30 PM\, we’ll gather at the Hartford for a cheerful open house filled with tasty treats\, heartfelt memories\, and holiday spirit. This special evening is a chance for members and friends to celebrate Margaret’s dedication and connect in a relaxed\, festive setting.  Don’t worry\, Margaret still plans on volunteering for many of the Society’s events throughout the year!  \nRSVP Google Form Here \nWe look forward to seeing you there—and to celebrating Margaret!
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/celebrating-margaret-lawrence-a-holiday-open-house/
LOCATION:The Hartford at Stafford Village\, 120 E Stafford Ave\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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SUMMARY:Illuminated Shopping - Shop Open
DESCRIPTION:The Shop at the Old Rectory will be open extra hours on Wednesday\, Dec. 3rd from 6-9 pm for Illuminated Shopping. This longstanding tradition in historic Old Worthington includes live holiday music\, festive luminaries lining High Street\, and local retailers open late. There will be a horse drawn carriage and a DJ spinning holiday tunes. \nTake the short stroll down New England Avenue to shop our antiques and consignment items! Lots of unique Worthington gifts and holiday decor\, too.
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/illuminated-shopping-shop-open/
LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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SUMMARY:Christmas Traditions: An Historic Holiday Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, December 11th\, tours starting at 6:30 pm; reservations required \nJoin us for this special evening tour of the Orange Johnson House\, beautifully decorated and aglow for Christmas. Delight in the stories shared by history interpreters about Christmas celebrations by Worthington’s founders in 1803\, continuing through the 1800s and early 1900s. From Christmas stockings and trees to ghost stories and gift-giving\, this tour will explore the traditions of the season! \nTickets may be purchased for $15.00 online using the link below. Tickets are non-refundable. Please note that the Orange Johnson House has several flights of stairs. Guests should be able to navigate steps and stand during portions of the tour. \nBook online now!
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/christmas-traditions-an-historic-holiday-tour/
LOCATION:Orange Johnson House\, 956 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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SUMMARY:Orange Johnson Christmas Open House
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy “An Old Time Christmas” at the Orange Johnson House! \nSunday\, December 14th\, 1 pm – 4 pm \nThe Worthington Historical Society invites you to enjoy the spirit of the holidays at the Orange Johnson House on Sunday Dec. 14th! We look forward to welcoming you and your guests to stroll through the house on a self-guided tour and enjoy festive holiday decorations. \nThe Society will collect non-perishable goods for the Worthington Resource Pantry. In lieu of an admission cost\, guests are asked to donate one or more items to this valuable community program. While members receive complimentary visits all year long\, we extend this invitation to donate items to our Society community as well. \nPLEASE NOTE: The Orange Johnson House will close for tours after the Christmas Open House until Spring 2026. 
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/orange-johnson-christmas-open-house-6/
LOCATION:Orange Johnson House\, 956 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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SUMMARY:Winter Closure 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:The Shop and Doll Museum at the Old Rectory will be closed beginning December 21st\, 2025\, and will reopen in February 2026. The Orange Johnson House can be booked by request will resume normal reservations in spring 2026. Thank you for your support!
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/winter-closure-2025-26/
LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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