11/23/2024
Looking for a festive way to kick off the holidays in Chicago?
Travel the world ๐ without boarding a plane at the Museum of Science & Industry! โ๏ธ
โจ It all began 80 years ago, as a single tree, newly decorated every day for 12 days to represent the countries fighting alongside America during World War II.
๐ Today, Christmas Around the World features more than 50 trees highlighting a variety of countries and cultures, offering insight into the holiday customs celebrated by families around the world. ๐ These trees and displays are decorated by volunteers from around the Chicagoland area to represent the holiday traditions from cultures around the globe.
The centerpiece surrounded by this dazzling display is the four-story, floor-to-dome Grand Tree ๐ in the Museum's Rotunda. ๐
๐ You can also explore Holidays of Light, a celebration of global holidays throughout the year that honor light and enlightenment. ๐ก
๐ It's the one-of-a-kind experience that brings a whole world of holiday joy under one roof! ๐๏ธ๐ค
Now open! A holiday tradition at Griffin MSI since 1942, Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Lights feature more than 50 trees and displays representing global traditions of the season.