The Geary County Historical Society is preparing for the 2nd annual Festival of Trees and looking for donations! Local businesses, organizations and artists are invited to decorate and donate Christmas items which will then be on display in the museum’s auditorium and available to bid on during the final week of November. All the money generated by the silent auction stays in Geary County and helps fund programs and exhibits at the museum.
According to Museum Director, Heather Hagedorn, in honor of the Historical Society’s 50th anniversary, the museum is aiming to have 50 pieces to bid on. The suggested theme of the year, in keeping with the anniversary, is “Golden Opportunities.” Items donated last year for the first annual event included: trees, wreaths, centerpieces, quilted wall hangings, and mixed media art and the fundraiser raised over $3000 for the Historical Society.
Registration is open through October 15th and items will need to be delivered to the museum on November 18th or 19th. For more information on how to register, contact the museum at 785-238-1666 or Jan Gray at 785-375-8061.