The Original Snow Village

Set on a 130 ft. cliff above Lake Superior, Split Rock Lighthouse in Two Harbours, Minnesota, is one of the most photographed and visited spots in the state. Built in 1910 this lighthouse is a welcome addition to The Original Snow Village.
This four-plex apartment building is all decked out with holiday decorations that reflect the style of each resident! Each is unique and different!
This brand new home is all decked out for the holidays for the very first time and is waiting for the first time homeowners to move in! Let the Christmas traditions begin!
Created in the early 1960s, the beehive hairstyle is still a popular "do" at Bea's Beehive Salon." Peek in the front window to see ladies relaxing beneath the classic hooded hairdryers.
A beautiful LED lit star shines over the house and guides visitors to the large nativity in the front yard of the "O Holy Night" house, the latest addition to the festive "Christmas Lane series. A trio of decorated angels complete the scene. Set of 2.
The year is 1989, and the place is the Plaza Theatre, the event is the premiere of a now classic Christmas movie National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
Cousin Eddie has fallen on hard times and his beloved bait shop is now up for sale. This is a great addition to the National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Snow Village Collection.
The 2021 Department 56 tribute for Christmas Lane is the Peanuts gang! This over-decorated house features cutouts of Charlie, Lucy, Linus and the whole Peanuts gang along with Snoopy's over-decorated dog house, 1st place winner again this year!
What is more Christmas-y than the home of Clark Griswold? Designed as part of the Christmas Lane series, this house is the definition of lit up! The house can change the lights from steady to flashing!
We have it on good authority that Doug makes the best donuts in town, and a great cup of coffee to go with that donut!
There's a new Fire House in town, it's Engine 223 Fire House for The Original Snow Village. The engine bays are on the first floor while the upstairs contains the offices and bunk rooms for the firemen.
Every neighborhood has a house that goes out of its way to be noticed for the holidays. This once-modest home uses a pair of towering Brite Lites trees and a rooftop Season's Greetings sign to make sure it's the most eye-popping house in the Village.
A couple of new businesses have come to The Original Snow Village. The Pet Shop is conveniently located right next door to Rachel's Veterinary Clinic. Friendly signs and separate entrances complete this Main Street shop.
Snow Village Main Street welcomes "The Wonder of A FAO Schwarz Toy Store" just in time for Christmas shopping.
Bright primary colors on the awning and giant crayons on the outside tell everyone in Snow Village that new "Crayola Crayon Store" is open for business.
This stately red brick home will be the site of the year's annual big bash -- the residents have put up a banner Ready For New Year's Eve. This set of two can stay up long after the Christmas decorations come down.
Without his Christmas bonus, Griswold's biggest fantasy, the backyard pool, will be down the drain. Until the check arrives, we bring the dream to life, as the perfect addition to your Christmas Vacation display.
Todd and Margo Chester get an unexpected surprise when the Griswold's Christmas tree makes an unannounced visit through the window.
Clark does believe that he is in complete control of the situation when the "Family Truckster" slides under the bed of the 18 - wheeler. Car is removeable.
The focal point of this church is the beautiful turquoise rose window celebrating the 45th anniversary of Department 56's first village.
In the movie, Christmas Vacation, Clark's dreams take a turn when he learns that his Christmas bonus is a subscription to the “Jelly of the Month” club. Home to the club is Granny's Jellies and Jams. A great addition to your Department 56 collection.
Outstanding design coupled with interesting architecture make Grapevine Winery appeal to many fans. The walls feature a unique blend of stone and brick. The large wooden doors are swung open, allowing a look into the store room where the barrels age.
Everyone enjoys a visit with grandma, and her house always has the best treats! Peek in the window to see the dinner table set for the occasion.
We are proud to present the classic Dairy Queen, part of Original Snow Village