CF Appleton Museum to host annual holiday exhibition

[Courtesy of the College of Central Florida Appleton Museum of Art]

The Appleton Museum of Art at the College of Central Florida is set to host its annual holiday exhibition from Nov. 4 to Jan. 7 and a free community day on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

This year, the exhibition will feature ornately decorated Christmas trees, a collection of nutcrackers and a miniature Charles Dickens village, all from the collection of Ocala cardiologist Paul Urban and his family.

The Dickens village will showcase Victorian history, customs and architecture. The tree display will be decorated by a wide number of community organizations and groups, according to a CF press release.

“The fall and winter holidays have a way of bringing the community together,’’ said Appleton Director Jason Steuber in the press release. “There’s no better way to spend time with family and friends than visiting the Appleton from November to January to enjoy festive holiday displays and world-class art.”

Admission to the community day will be free, sponsored by the Urban family. Visitors can see the permanent collection at the museum, the Urban family’s holiday collection and the “Skylines to Hemlines” art deco exhibition. Arts and crafts, face painting and visits with Mrs. Claus will be available to participate in on community day.

On other days, admission fees apply. For more information, call (352) 291-4455 or visit AppletonMuseum.org.