Talk

Santa Claus, Saint Nicholas and Father Christmas: what’s the difference?

3 - 18 December 2024
12pm or 7:30pm
£6.5

This talk explores the history of Father Christmas with some surprising local connections.

English people grow up with Father Christmas and soon learn about Santa Claus, the American equivalent.

What are the origins of these characters and what has St Nicholas, Bishop of Myra (Turkey) to do with them? This talk explores their history and some surprising local connections.

Two dates available

  • Tuesday 3rd December, 12pm

  • Wednesday 18th December, 7:30pm

£6.50 per person

Purchase through the ticket link or drop into the museum and pay at the welcome desk. Places are limited so buy in advance to secure your place.

Email: northhertsmuseum@north-herts.gov.uk for more information

Tel: 01462 474554

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North Hertfordshire Museum

Brand Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1JE
01462 474554

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Opening times

Museum: Tue-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm, Sun 11am-3pm

Hitchin Town Hall: Mon - Fri, (Closed Bank holidays)

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Come to see the newly opened North Hertfordshire Museum. We have four galleries for you to visit: explore the Discovering North Hertfordshire Gallery, which deals with the history of the district from geological times to the present day; our Exhibition Gallery has regularly changing exhibits; discover how people’s lives have changed over thousands of years in the Living in North Hertfordshire Gallery; see the football collection, objects from all around the world, items from our art collections and animations of local folklore tales in the Terrace Gallery; view artworks in the Arches Gallery, part of the Terrace Gallery. We have a shop where you can buy gifts and local souvenirs, and a cafe serving a variety of food, and hot and cold drinks. Admission is free.

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