November

What: “The Child Mummy”
When: through Nov. 29
Where: Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science
Few artifacts are as mysterious and captivating as Egyptian mummies, and museum guests will have a chance to meet one this Fall. “The Child Mummy” exhibit is being brought to Evansville under a special arrangement with the St. Louis Science Center. The mummy is a boy who died at about seven to eight months old and who probably lived during the period of 40 BC to 130 AD. He was likely from an upper middle class or wealthy family since mummification was expensive. Museum hours are 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon–5 p.m. on Sunday. The museum is located at 411 S.E. Riverside Drive.
Info: (812) 425-2406, or visit www.emuseum.org

What: Festival of Christmas Trees
When: Nov. 13–29
Where: Dubois County Museum, Jasper
See the many decorated Christmas trees scattered throughout the museum. Designers compete to show the loveliest tables with trees. The museum is located at 2704 Newton St.
Info: (812) 634-7733, or visit www.visitduboiscounty.com

What: Winter Art Show
When: through Feb. 5
Where: Angel Mounds State Historic Site, Evansville
The Tri-State Art Guild comes back to Angel Mounds for its third annual “Winter Show,” an art display inspired by winter. Angel Mounds is located at 8215 Pollack Ave. Site hours are 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1–5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $4 for adults, $3.50 for seniors and $2 for children 12 and under.
Info: (812) 853-3956, or visit www.tri-stateartguild.org

What: Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt
When: Nov. 20–22
Where: Ferdinand
This German heritage market heralds in the Christmas shopping season. Four locations, which include two sites brimming with antiques and collectibles, and two locations filled with handcrafted artisan creations are here for your holiday shopping pleasure. The four Ferdinand locations are: Community Center, Forest Park High School, Monastery Gymnasium Antiques Markt and Art Studio Antiques Markt. Market hours are 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on Sunday. There will also be live music, free tours of the Tours of Monastery Immaculate Conception, a marionette performance and more.
Info: (800) 968-4578, or visit www.ferdinandindiana.org

What: Fall Gallery Stroll
When: Nov. 21
Where: New Harmony
Enjoy this walking tour through downtown New Harmony from 4–7 p.m., during which there will be receptions and new exhibitions at New Harmony galleries.
Info: (812) 682-3156, or visit www.newharmony.org

What: Downtown Holiday Parade
When: Nov. 22
Where: Downtown Evansville
Now in its 21st year, the Downtown Holiday Parade has become a community tradition for ringing in the holidays. Thousands will gather once again along the downtown sidewalks the Sunday before Thanksgiving to watch the parade filled with beautiful floats, marching bands, clowns, dancing troops and more. The day’s holiday festivities will include the lighting of the City Christmas Tree and the highly-anticipated arrival of Santa Claus. Pre-parade activities at the corner of Fourth & Main will include photos with Santa, free arts and crafts for children and live entertainment. The parade route is scheduled to start at the Centre and journey down Locust Street, turning on Second Street and then will continue up Main Street in Downtown Evansville.
Info: (812) 424-2986, or visit www.downtownevansville.org

What: Santa’s Arrival in Downtown Jasper
When: Nov. 25
Where: Jasper
Santa will arrive on the day before Thanksgiving to ring in the holiday season in downtown Jasper at 6 p.m.
Info: Visit www.jasperindiana.gov

What: Holiday Craft Workshop
When: Nov. 27–28
Where: Spring Mill State Park, Mitchell
Learn how to make holiday crafts in this hands-on workshop at Spring Mill State Park. Pre-registration is required. Call the park for pricing.
Info: (812) 849-4129, or visit www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2968.htm

December

What: Christmas in the Pioneer Village
When: Dec. 4–5
Where: Spring Mill State Park, Mitchell
Enjoy a pioneer Christmas in Spring Mill State Park, where the restored Pioneer Village dates back to the early 1800’s. More than 20 log cabin structures bring the past to life, and interpreters bring history to life.
Info: (812) 849-4129, or visit www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2968.htm

What: Jasper O’Tannenbaum Days
When: Dec. 4–6
Let downtown Jasper’s colossal Christmas tree welcome you to the O’Tannenbaum Days celebration. Visit each store to see talented artists and artisans demonstrate their skills of wood-carving, pottery, quilting and butter-churning. Enjoy unique shopping, carolers, visits with Santa, carriage rides, holiday home tours, special performances and tours of historic sights, including the magnificent St. Joseph Church, an 1880 Romanesque, old world-style church listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Info: (812) 482-6866, or visit www.jasperin.org

What: Lighted Christmas Parade
When: Dec. 5
Where: Huntingburg
This lighted Christmas parade heralds the season. The parade begins at dusk and is one of the region’s only lighted holiday parades.
Info: (812) 683-5699, or visit www.huntingburgchamber.org

What: Old Fashioned Christmas
When: Dec. 5
Where: Huntingburg
Huntingburg merchants will host an Old Fashioned Christmas sale to give shoppers a chance to make a dent in their holiday shopping lists.
Info: (812) 683-0123, or visit www.huntingburgchamber.org

What: Breakfast with Santa
When: Dec. 5
Where: Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden, Evansville
This festive breakfast with jolly old St. Nick includes food, crafts and a photo. Call the zoo to make reservations, which are required.
Info: (812) 435-6143 ext. 406, or visit www.meskerparkzoo.com

What: Christmas in Olde Newburgh
When: Dec. 5–6
Where: Downtown Newburgh
Enjoy music, the lighting of the town Christmas tree and Santa’s arrival during this holiday celebration.
Info: (812) 853-2815, or visit www.historicnewburgh.org

What: Christmas in New Harmony
When: Dec. 5–6
Where: New Harmony
New Harmony’s Christmas celebration is held the first full weekend in December and is presented by the New Harmony Business Associates. This is a true family event with activities ranging from Breakfast with Santa to an “Ornament Make & Take” to seasonal music. Also enjoy a performance of the “Nutcracker,” carriage rides, a parade, shopping for unique artisan items at the Granary and as well as shopping at the Ribeyre Gym.
Info: Visit www.newharmony.org

What: 41st Mid-States Craft Exhibition
When: Dec. 6–Jan. 31, 2010
Where: Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science
Enjoy this collection of interesting crafts on display in the museum’s Main Gallery using a variety of materials, including ceramics, wood, jewelry, textiles, glass and mixed media. Museum hours are 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon–5 p.m. on Sunday. The museum is located at 411 S.E. Riverside Drive.
Info: (812) 425-2406, or visit www.emuseum.org

What: A Children’s Pioneer Christmas
When: Dec. 12
Where: Spring Mill State Park, Mitchell
Children can learn about Christmas during pioneer days at Spring Mill State Park. They can make heritage crafts and play traditional pioneer games. Pre-registration is required, and the admission is $6.
Info: (812) 849-4129, or visit www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2968.htm

What: New Harmony Holiday Ball
When: Dec. 12
Where: New Harmony
Sponsored by Tri-Kappa, the Holiday Ball will feature dancing and refreshments at Thrall’s Opera House. The ball raises funds for local non-profit organizations. Thrall’s Opera House was originally built by the Harmonists as a communal dormitory, but it was converted to a Victorian theatre in the late 19th century.
Info: (812) 682-3089, or visit www.newharmony.org

What: Buffalo and Mistletoe
When: Dec. 12–13
Where: Buffalo Run Farm, Grill & Gifts, Lincoln City
Experience the sights, smells and sounds of a real frontier and Native American winter encampment where costumed Long Riflemen and American Indians stay for the weekend to demonstrate typical life skills of the frontier era. Tomahawk throwing, black powder demonstrations, open fire cooking and many other activities take place during the weekend. The herd of buffalo graze in the background of this early American scene. Hours are 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Sunday.
Info: (812) 937-2799, or visit www.legendaryplaces.org/buffalorun

What: Pine Cone Gift Basket Workshop
When: Dec. 17
Where: Spring Mill State Park, Mitchell
Learn the art of making gift baskets using pine cones at this workshop. The fee is $20 per person and includes a buffet lunch. Pre-registration is required.
Info: (812) 849-4129, or visit www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2968.htm