Polar Express Adventure Arrives at The Southern Museum

Polar_Express_Adventure_2013_126_-_Version_2The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History, downtown Kennesaw, is bringing back its popular Polar Express Adventure this December 6. The special holiday event is scheduled from 5-9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, following the City of Kennesaw’s annual Christmas celebration, parade and tree lighting ceremony.

Upon entering the Museum, attendees will meet a train conductor and a hobo before having the opportunity to create holiday crafts and watch elves make toys in their holiday shop in the Museum’s Glover Machine Works exhibit. They will also be able to write a letter to Santa and meet the jolly fellow himself during the evening. Hot chocolate and light refreshments will be served. A holiday-themed model train layout will also be on display during the event.

The museum is offering special pricing for the event. Tickets for adults and seniors are $5, children (4-12) are $3 and Infants (3 and under) are free.
Also, when preparing for holiday shopping, you don’t have to look any further that your local museum for that unique gift or fun toy.  The General Emporium Gift offers gift ideas for all ages, especially for those train enthusiasts or Civil War history buffs on your list – gift ideas include ornaments and home decor, books for adults and children, cookbooks, clothing, artwork, puzzles, railroad sets, games and toys, and plenty of great stocking stuffers!

For more information, email events@southernmuseum.org or call 770-427-2117 ext. 3058. The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History, is located at 2829 Cherokee Street in downtown Kennesaw. Additional details about Polar Express Adventure and other future Museum events are available at facebook.com/southernmuseum or www.southernmuseum.org.