14th Annual Festival of Wreaths

Herald the arrival of the holiday season at the Polk County History Center with the 14th Annual Festival of Wreaths and Silent Auction. The wreaths will be on display from Nov. 8 until Dec. 12, when winning bidders begin picking up wreaths to decorate their homes.

14th Annual Festival of Wreaths – Calendar of Events

Festival of Wreaths on display and Silent Auction 

Bid on festive wreaths that were decorated by Polk individual residents, organizations and businesses. Find that special wreath to bring home and add to your own holiday decor. Auction begins on Nov. 8 at 8 a.m. Auction ends on Dec. 12 at 5 p.m.

Merry and Bright

Celebrate the spirit of the season with a specially curated tour of the Festival of Wreaths at the History Center. This holly jolly guided tour explores the wreath designs, their unique meanings and the organizations or individuals they represent.

Selfies with Santa (Reservations Required)   

Santa Claus and his elves will be returning to his study at the History Center for Selfies with Santa.

Reservations are required. – Sold out for the season.

You can contact the museum to ask about joining the waitlist, call (863) 534-4386 or email jaymejamison@polk-county.net

Architectural Tour (Holiday Edition)

Enjoy holiday version of the architectural tour of the History Center. Take in the seasonal additions to the History Center generously provided through the Annual Festival of Wreaths.

Jingle and Mingle at the History Center

Join us in celebrating the joys of the season through song. Snag a cookie and a seat while you enjoy special carol performances. Click each date for performers and performance times.

For more information and reservations, contact the Polk County History Center.

Polk County History Center
100 E. Main St., Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-4386
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday