Housed in an brick building, Thompson's Furniture is as impressive on the outside as the fine furnishings they sell inside. Note the shipment of new headboards on the side on the building.
Every skater has to learn to balance on those thin metal blades. An Old School Skating Hack still used by beginners is to skate behind a sturdy chair to get the feel of the ice.
Enticing all, model railroad shops sprang up in cities across the country. Today, holiday traditions include everything from a simple circular track under the tree to a train weaving through your Department 56 Village. Train circles above the door.
Our "Engine Company 31" was inspired by a fire station built in New York City in 1895. At the time, fire stations were such as important part of every city that their construction and location were given prominence special recognition.
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.
Dressed in traditional 19th century fire fighters' gear, this fireman not only wrestles with the massive hoses but the firehouse mascot, the Dalmatian dog.
