East Allen Times:
FORT WAYNE — The History Center's Festival of Gingerbread will celebrate its 25th when the three-week long event opens Nov. 26.
The festival, which raises money to support programs at the History Center, has become a holiday tradition that boasts an attendance of more than 10,000, who come annually to see the fanciful gingerbread creations on display.
This year’s Silver Anniversary festival begins runs through Dec. 12.
A special preview party takes place Nov. 23. Reservations are $20 per person and can be made by calling Stephanie Essex at 426.2882 extension 308.
On “Lighting Night”, November 24, visitors can get a sneak peek at the handiwork of creators from 5-9 p.m. Admission is $2 a person at the door for “Lighting Night.” At 6 p.m. that evening the History Center’s turret will be lit with special holiday colors of red and green.
The dazzling reflection of silver encompassed with the gingerbread houses will reflect the Silver Anniversary theme of the festival.
The festival has grown to include more than 100 creations designed and made by entrants from the lower elementary grades to professional culinary artists who vie to win prizes in the multiple levels of entries.
All ages and all levels of ability create the 100-plus gingerbread houses that are judged and awarded prizes at the start of the festival. Families, individuals, school, community and business groups, and professionals all are eligible to enter to win prizes in various categories.
Special holiday exhibits during the festival include a Wolf and Dessauer display of animatronic characters, an exhibit of “A Christmas Carol” watercolors that once adorned the Patterson Fletcher Department Store and a display of holiday photos from years past.
Hours during the Festival of Gingerbread are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. The History Center will be closed Thanksgiving Day.
Admission is $5 adults, $3 seniors and students and free to children age 5 and under. There is no extra charge for special activities or events unless indicated. School or private groups can receive a discounted rate by scheduling in advance. Call Leanna Harney at 426.2882 extension 309.
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