Historic Holidays: Caroling through the Season
- Nov 29 2024 - Jan 07 2025
- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- $10-$18
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This year, the Deering Estate invites you to step back in time and experience the magic of the season with “Historic Holidays: Caroling through the Season.”
The Richmond Cottage, as well as the first floor and basement of the Stone House , with surrounding outdoor areas of the Estate will come alive with the nostalgic charm of traditional holiday carols. Each room will be adorned with festive décor inspired by the beloved songs that have filled our hearts for generations. Under the creative direction of the Deering Estate Designer-in-Residence, Alfredo Brito, and in collaboration with talented local designers, Deering Estate Artists-in-Residence, the 100 Ladies of Deering, and volunteers, the Estate will transport visitors to a bygone era where carolers, sleigh bells, and warm hearths evoke the true spirit of the holidays.
From the halls decked in holly, to the glow of candlelit windows, this year’s theme celebrates the joy of gathering and the timeless melodies that unite us all in festive cheer. Highlights include rooms themed to classic carols such as “Frosty, the Snowman,” “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” and “The Twelve Days of Christmas” each bringing to life the lyrics through intricate and immersive holiday displays.
The Deering Estate’s holiday décor includes over a dozen holiday trees, from the grand 17-foot tree in the Great Hall, to multiple smaller trees throughout the historic houses that will be lavishly decorated to accentuate the architectural details and fine furnishings of the historic structures.
- Richmond Cottage Dining Room & Stone House Library – Brito Interiors, Alfredo Brito
- Richmond Cottage Kitchen – Illuminate Printing, Kiki & Chris
- Richmond Cottage Breakfast Room – Pottery Barn Coral Gables
- Richmond Cottage Garden Room – The Carpet Boutique, Roman Miguel Garcia
- Richmond Cottage Scholar Room – Indi-Annie Jones, Annie M. Jones
- Richmond Cottage Film Room, Children’s Room & Stairway Railings – 100 Ladies of Deering
- Richmond Cottage Hotel Room with Bathroom – L’Excellence Design, Rosalba Calvo
- Richmond Cottage Archeology/Orientation Room – Artist-in-Residence Susana Behar in collaboration with POMGIFTS
- Richmond Cottage front porch – Pinecrest Garden Club
- Richmond Cottage back porch – Palmetto Bay Garden Club
- Stone House Great Hall & Stairway Railings – 100 Ladies of Deering
- Stone House Wine Cellar – Artist-in-Residence Enma Saiz
The Historic Holiday Decor will be on display daily Friday, Nov. 29, 2024 – Tuesday, January 7, 2025 (10 AM – 5 PM; Gates close at 4 PM). Deering Estate is closed on Christmas Day.
COST: Included with General Admission, $18 for adults (ages 15+) and $10 for children (ages 4-14), plus tax. Admission is free for Deering Estate Foundation Members and children under 4 years old. Non-Members can choose their date of visit and purchase General Admission tickets online here. (Members do not need to reserve to view exhibit; please show your membership card & ID at the Ticket Booth on the day of your visit, 10am-4pm). Become a Member today!
Celebrate Deering all year and gift a membership to family and friends this Holiday Season! Deering Estate Foundation Members enjoy year-round complimentary general admission to Deering Estate and much more, including admission to the Deering Seafood Festival.
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