MOUNT VERNON — The November meeting of the Knox County Historical Society will celebrate the season by highlighting the long history of St. Nicholas and Santa Claus.
The meeting will be held on Wednesday evening, Nov. 13, beginning at 7:30 p.m., at the Historical Society Museum, 875 Harcourt Road in Mount Vernon.
Noted Santa historian Craig Garrelts will present the program. Garrelts will tell of the ancient beginnings of the story and the spread of the legend throughout Europe and beyond, adapting itself to many cultures and customs over the centuries.
More recently, the transformation of St. Nicholas into Santa Claus has influenced our literature, art, music, and commercialism in many ways, especially in the United States.
Garrelts’ engaging presentation and portrayal are designed to celebrate the holiday season’s history and joy. The program is free and open to the public, and all persons interested in history are invited to attend.
Visitors may tour the museum before and after the 7:30 presentation.
For more information, call the museum at 740-393-5247.
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