On Saturday, Nov. 29, join us for our 16th annual “Yes, Virginia” celebration, a day of special events inspired by Francis P. Church’s 1897 New York Sun editorial assuring 8-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon that there was, indeed, a Santa Claus.
Kids 18 and younger will receive FREE ADMISSION to the Newseum on Sat., Nov. 29 and Sun., Nov. 30 if they bring a letter to put in Macy’s Santa Mail letterbox. For every letter collected Macy’s will donate $1 to Make-A-Wish®.
Festivities begin at 11 a.m. with complimentary hot chocolate, holiday crafts and activities. Throughout the day, enjoy screenings of the animated film “Yes, Virginia,” a special “Be a TV Reporter” experience from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® and more!
Macy’s is the exclusive sponsor of the 2014 “Yes, Virginia” Family Day.
Write a Letter to Santa
Write a letter to Santa! Youth 18 and younger get free admission to the Newseum if they bring a letter for Santa to put in the Macy’s Santa Mail letterbox. Macy’s will donate $1 to the Make a Wish Foundation for every letter received.
Hot Chocolate and Cookies
Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and cookies on America’s Main Street.
Holiday-themed Crafts
Make snowflakes out of newspaper front pages, snow globes using symbols of the season, or picture frames to capture the spirit of the holidays.
“I Believe” Photo Op
What do you believe in? Let the Newseum know! Create your own “I Believe” button and post it to Instagram or Twitter using #macysbelieve – and don’t forget to tag @NewseumEd. Your photo might be featured on the giant screen in the Newseum atrium!
Holiday Bake Shop
Decorate your own holiday cookies!
Figgy Puddings Holiday Carolers
Keep an ear out for these singers from the Washington National Opera spreading holiday cheer throughout the Newseum as they perform songs from a variety of traditions.
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