Candlelight Evening at The Farmers’ Museum on Dec. 10

Cooperstown, N.Y. (WBNG Binghamton) -- One of the region’s best-loved holiday traditions, Candlelight Evening, will be held Saturday, December 10, from 3-7 p.m. at The Farmers’ Museum in Cooperstown.

During Candlelight Evening, the landscape of the museum takes on a magical appearance, decorated in greenery and illuminated by hundreds of candles. Visitors can ride through the museum’s grounds in wagons pulled by draft horses adorned with full sets of harness bells. Complimentary wassail, warmed in kettles over open fires, is served throughout the afternoon and evening. Caroling is scheduled throughout the event. Visit with Saint Nicholas at the Filer’s Corners Schoolhouse from 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. and again from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. Members of the Congregation of the Christ Episcopal Church will present “A Living Nativity,” with performances at 5:00, 5:20, 5:40 and 6:00 p.m. at the Morey Barn.  (Seating is limited.)

There will be a book signing from 3-4 p.m. in the Louis C. Jones Center featuring TV’s “Fabulous Beekman Boys.”  Meet Josh and Brent and have them sign a copy of their new book: "The Beekman 1802 Heirloom Cookbook."  Copies will be on sale during the event.

An array of seasonal musical programs will take place at the Cornwallville Church, highlighted by the group GladTidings - featuring holiday music from centuries ago and also some recent favorites. Sandra Peevers, Erik House, and Diane Ducey will entertain with a variety of instruments including fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin, cittern, and concertina.  Other performances include the Catskill Chamber Singers, the Catskill Choral Society Girls’ Choir, and the Northern Comforts Men’s Quartet. Ron Johnson will provide caroling in the More House.

Children can take part in holiday arts and crafts activities at the Filer’s Corners Schoolhouse from 3:00 to 4:15 p.m. and The Empire State Carousel will be open for rides throughout the event.

Admission is $12 for adults; $10.50 for seniors; and $6.00 for children ages 7-12. Members and children under 6 years of age receive free admission.  Visit FarmersMuseum.org/candlelight for a complete schedule of the evening's activities.

Candlelight Evening visitors should dress warmly and wear boots.  Please visit our website for updated parking and shuttle information.  Visit FarmersMuseum.org/candlelight or call (607) 547-1450.

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