Santa’s House on the Prairie
Pre-K to 2nd Grade
Step back in time on a magical holiday journey with the sights and sounds of “Santa’s House on the Prairie.”
Use your imagination to bring the Santa’s elves to life, which were formerly housed in the window of Daube’s department store.
Next, one of Santa’s elves will escort you to visit Santa inside his cabin. This cabin is an original log cabin, built in 1893, that has been relocated to the interior of the museum. You will notice the cabin is decorated as the pioneers would have for a 1900s holiday celebration. Once inside the cabin Santa will tell you a story about one of his adventures.
From here you will move on to Mrs. Claus’ kitchen, where you can decorate your own cookie. Listen to stories or sing carols.
Now you are off to your final stop on the journey, Santa’s workshop. Here you will decorate your very own ornament to take home.
We hope that throughout your journey you learn all about pioneer life and how early settlers celebrated the holiday season.
Santa’s House appointments can be made from 9:00 to 12:15 at 15 minute intervals. It takes about 45 minutes for students to complete all the activities. The cost is $2 per child but free to teachers and helpers. Group size is limited to 26 children. Classes do fill up fast so please remember to make your reservations early.
Visiting the Museum
Tours
Museum tours can be guided or self-guided depending upon your preference. Tours can be for all or part of the museum and can be tailored to specific age groups. The typical tour is about 45 minutes, but tours can be tailored to the interests and needs of your group. Admission to the museum is free.
Teacher Workshops
Discover how you can use museum resources and methods to bring new excitement into your classroom. The Museum offers workshops to teachers on all the Educational Programs offered. Please contact the Museum at 580.226.3857 to set up a teacher workshop. All workshops are free.
Scheduling a Trip
Groups are encouraged to make reservations for tours and programs well in advance to ensure availability on the desired date. If you would like to bring a group to the Museum, please contact Stephanie at 580.226.3857. Neustadt Park is available for those wishing to bring lunches.
Please give at least one week advance notice of all groups.