Dressed in traditional 19th century fire fighters' gear, this fireman not only wrestles with the massive hoses but the firehouse mascot, the Dalmatian dog. Part of the Department 56 Christmas in the City Series.
Every metropolitan city connects to outlying areas using various means of transportation. For Christmas in the City we are pleased to add the Christmas in the Cities Limited which will take commuters in and out of the city each day.
The stockman carefully prepares to uncrate some of the new items that have just arrived at Thompson's. Time to spruce up the house for the Holiday guests.
Young athletes from all over shop for the best sporting goods' equipment at Nelson Bros. Sporting Goods. This piece fits nicely with many of the city inspired pieces for Christmas in the City.
At the heart of every city is the seat of government, the City Hall. With four impressive pillars sheltering the massive entry doors, this large structure is topped with a coppered dome on the clock tower.