If you're in Wright County and looking for a festive way to end the year, look no further: the Wright County Historical Society's annual Festival of Trees is still in full swing and awaiting your visit. As posted on the official Facebook page of Wright County, MN, last Saturday's turnout hit a new record with 360 visitors flocking in just within a five-and-a-half-hour window.
The festivities offer a unique spectacle where twinkling lights meet ornate decorations, situated at the Historical Society building located at 2001 Hwy. 25, Buffalo. For those keen on planning their visit, take note that the hours of operation vary in the lead-up to the festival's conclusion on January 3; the society presents a tapestry of visiting times to cater to the early risers and the afternoon enthusiasts alike, Tuesday, Dec. 23, allows for a bright and early start from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., and those free on the eve of Christmas can drop by in the late afternoon from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., note Thursday, Dec. 25 the society will close its doors in observance of Christmas Day.
For individuals with a taste for the harmonious strings of a harp, Saturday, Dec. 27, should be marked on your calendar. Colleen Austin will grace the venue with live harp music from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., an auditory delight set amidst the visual festivities. The following days, Sunday, Dec. 28, and Monday, Dec. 2,9 are set aside as closed days – likely giving the volunteers and staff a well-deserved respite.
As we approach the New Year, for those who make resolutions to appreciate local culture more often, you have a prime opportunity, with the Historical Society ready to welcome guests on Tuesday, Dec. 30 and Wednesday, Dec. 31, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; it's an ideal chance to absorb some history before ringing in 2025. After a brief intermission on New Year's Day, the Festival of Trees will wrap up with final viewing times Friday, Jan. 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m, and the last chance to see the festive display is Saturday, Jan. 3, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
