Department 56

Every great team needs a base of operations! When they first got their business up and running, the Ghostbusters set up shop in an abandoned firehouse. This firehouse makes a perfect centerpiece for your Ghostbusters Village!
A part of the North Pole Collection, designed by Department 56 - inspired by magic and charming legends. Where Santa's elves make bubble lights, includes a real working bubble light! Hand-crafted & hand-painted porcelain building. Includes adapter cord.
Peace To All That Enter , is the welcome sign above the door, inviting everyone to join the Christmastime Celebrations inside. Set of 2 includes a sign that could be easily personalized for a family gathering or commemorative ceremony.
The focal point of this church is the beautiful turquoise rose window celebrating the 45th anniversary of Department 56's first village.
During the 1800s, it was popular to speculate which clipper ship carrying tea from the Far East would arrive first in London. The side of our Joseph Edward Tea Shoppe includes a sign announcing the race updates. Hand painted porcelain with cord & bulb.
A part of the North Pole Collection, inspired by magic and charming legends. This Santa mug shaped building is a favorite hang-out for all hard working elves. Hand-crafted & hand-painted porcelain lit building, Includes light cord & bulb.
$70.00
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Part of the Dickens' Village Series from Department 56. Victorian England, where many traditions we celebrate today took shape. The miller at Brandon Mill ground corn for his neighbors. Hand-crafted & hand-painted porcelain lit building.
Just like so many of us, Santa and his elves love to stop at the local Dairy Queen for a Treat. This adorable DQ stand welcomes the folks from the North Pole to walk up, grab a stool, and enjoy a cone, shake, or Dilly bar from the service window.
$80.00
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If you have ever wondered how candy canes get their stripes, this whimsical factory at the North Pole reveals the trade secrets. The tiny stool in front offers industrious elves the chance to add creative stripes to a freshly made rotating candy stick.
Housed in Cornhill Shoppes is a high-end custom Milliner and William & Son Bespoke Tailer. The word bespoke means that each garment is made from a custom pattern and assures that the fit is perfect. Cornhill is one of the 25 wards within London.
Inspired by Garraway's Coffee House from the 18th century, this coffee house was not only a gathering place, but a place where important business was conducted. Both coffee and tea were sought after drinks during the time of Charles Dickens.
The newest addition to the open air Christmas Market in Dickens' Village is the Fishmonger where fresh caught fish is always available for sale.
$95.00
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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.
Located at 1231 Dunn Street this raised basement design allows for larger windows and more usable space in the basement.
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.
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.
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.
Finny's pet Nanook stays warm and cozy in his own ornament house, This accessory for the North Pole was designed to accompany Finny's Ornament House.
$46.00
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And what would Santa be doing to relax at the Man Cave? Santa would kick back in his favorite recliner and watch a little football on television.
$50.00
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Dinner and a movie date night are just what Santa suggested to relax during the busy Holiday shopping season.
$35.00
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This little girl is ready to play outside The Grinch House and pretend her dog is Max.
$40.00
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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.
This set of three accessories shows two seated and one standing figure, all doing what today's Village Hipsters do -- drink coffee! The seated figures will go perfectly on any of the Department 56 park benches (sold separately).
$48.00
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A young boy convincing his puppy that they can, indeed, wait 2 more days to get that cone removed. It will be the best Christmas ever!
$32.50
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Department 56 has become a leader in the giftware, collectibles and holiday decorating industry and is best known for our hand-crafted lighted villages, Snowbabies™ figurines and extensive lines of holiday and home decorative products.

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