After hosting the over-decorated house contest for 18 years, this year "Christmas Lane" will feature a beautiful gate announcing this special sub-divison. It will proudly stand at the entrance of the lane and makes a perfect spot for a photo op!
This wooden Market Stand features fruits for sale, these were a luxury item in the 19th century and a special item found both on the Christmas tree and in the stockings of good little girls and boys.
During the 1800s, it was popular to speculate which clipper ship carrying tea from the Far East would arrive first in London. The side of our Joseph Edward Tea Shoppe includes a sign announcing the race updates. Hand painted porcelain with cord & bulb.
Title of this gaslight pub came from the pages of "Our Mutual Friend" by Charles Dickens. This was a fictional pub based on those he frequented and on which real pubs are named today.
A Coaching House was also called a coaching inn, and was a vital part of transportation and the infrastructure of England until the rail systems were fully up and running. Coaches carry travelers, goods, and the mail.
The Cotswolds is a beautiful rural area west and south of London filled with rolling hills and quaint architecture. The greengrocer is a British and Australian term used to describe a retailer where mainly fruits and vegetables are sold.
Halloween Town's iconic City Hall sets the stage for family gatherings this Halloween. This ceramic cookie jar is the perfect place to store your Halloween treats or year round baked treats.
The tomb of the underworld goddess, Medusa, one of the three Gorgon sisters features the evil eye, and the snakes that were said to be growing out of her head. Do not look into her eyes or you will be turned into stone!
Part of the Dickens' Village Series from Department 56. Victorian England, where many traditions we celebrate today took shape. The miller at Brandon Mill ground corn for his neighbors. Hand-crafted & hand-painted porcelain lit building.
Picking out the perfect Christmas tree is a time-honored holiday tradition which dates back centuries. Bring the pine-scented joy of Christmas to your Department 56 Village with this old-fashioned tree lot.
This new residence at the North Pole is the ultimate in upcycling! Norny has turned a shiny red ornament, complete with a signature brass hanger and tag, into his new abode.
Complete your Christmas Vacation scene with this companion to the Griswold Holiday House. A string of lights are set in front, waiting to be untangled and yard decor is unpacked, with the promise of a fun old fashion family Christmas.
Many fisherman enjoy catching perch, a freshwater fish that is good eating. This is the 6th fish shack in the sub-series for The Original Snow Village.
Cousin Eddie's RV has never looked as good as it does in the Department 56 rendition. Put the perfect finishing touch on your holiday display and order Cousin Eddie's RV from Christmas Tree Hill.
Today is a perfect day to select your Pan de Muertos from the pastry cart. This sweet pastry is one of the elements used in the altars set to honor the souls during Day of the Dead celebrations. The bread symbolizes a fraternal offering to the souls.
Mrs. Claus and all the elves buy their holiday baked goods and the "Gingerbread Bakery" where even the outside of the building looks good enough to eat! The gingerbread walls are piped with thick white "frosting" and striped awnings.
If you look in the window you may catch a glimpse of the Cratchit family celebrating the holidays. Hand-crafted and hand-painted porcelain lit building, Designed and manufactured by the artists of Department 56 for "A Christmas Carol".
At the North Pole, Santa's Man Cave sits apart from his residence in a cozy travel trailer decked out with brightly colored lighted , garland and a snowman standing guard near the door.
Licensed by National Lampoon, we've recreated one of the most memorable scenes from Christmas Vacation. Clark takes off on his sled, and out of control, crashes through the warming house.
The sculpting of this piece is artistic and highlights the metal looking grates at the rose windows. Interior texture and color application give dimension to the light. Church looks more like it's fallen ruin to centuries of time, rather than haunted.
A part of the North Pole Collection, designed by Department 56 - inspired by magic and charming legends. Where Santa's elves make bubble lights, includes a real working bubble light! Hand-crafted & hand-painted porcelain building. Includes adapter cord.
Department 56 has become a leader in the giftware, collectibles and holiday decorating industry and is best known for our hand-crafted lighted villages, Snowbabies™ figurines and extensive lines of holiday and home decorative products.
