Seasonal Festivities Kick Off at The Westmoreland Museum of American Art with Winter Wonderland, a Family-friendly Free Community Event
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Claire Ertl
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Other Winter at The Westmoreland happenings include the Museum Shop’s annual Holiday Mart, Winter Nights on Friday evenings, the return of Winter Tales, and special drop-in art making days
GREENSBURG, PA (November 3, 2026) – The Westmoreland Museum of American Art is excited to welcome visitors for Winter at The Westmoreland—a schedule of free, family-friendly events celebrating the winter season. The festivities begin with Winter Wonderland on Friday, November 13, featuring winter and holiday-inspired activities and entertainment. Additionally, Winter Wonderland marks the return of the popular Winter Tales immersive experience and the start of the Winter Lights outdoor lighting display, with new enhancements this year. On Fridays from November 20 through January 15, the Museum will be open until 8pm to present a series of fun and festive Winter Nights. The Museum Shop hosts its annual Holiday Mart from the evening of Thursday, December 3 through Saturday, December 5, showcasing handcrafted items for sale by talented regional artisans. New this year, the Museum will offer Special Holiday Open Days on Monday, December 28 and Tuesday, December 29 with a scavenger hunt and hands-on art making activities for all ages.
Winter Wonderland
Friday, November 13, 5-8pm
FREE
Celebrate the start of the season at Winter Wonderland! Enjoy the festive outdoor light display, live entertainment, and fun experiences for all ages. Dance along to DJ Savvy Sounds, join in interactive games, and experience an outdoor fire and flow show by Flow N’at. Step inside the Museum for the return of Winter Tales, an immersive experience that brings beautiful wintry artwork scenes to life! Enjoy balloon artists, marshmallow roasting, live ice carving, festive photo ops, and specialty drinks at the cash bar. Plus, explore Ansel Adams: Majestic Lands and Victoria Sambunaris: Altered Lands with free exhibition admission!
On Friday, November 13, the Museum will be open 12-3pm, closed 3-5pm, and then will reopen for Winter Wonderland 5-8pm.
Winter Tales
Friday, November 13–Monday, January 18, during Museum hours
FREE
The Winter Tales immersive experience is back by popular demand, transforming the McKenna Gallery into a sensory journey through a magical winter world! Created by award-winning OLO Creative Farm, this one-of-a-kind installation brings to life stunning works from The Westmoreland’s collection using multi-projection, surround sound, and delicate animated effects like mist, falling snow, and glistening frost. Select artworks featured in the immersive experience will be on view nearby, providing an opportunity to experience both the large-scale animated versions and close-up intimate views of the paintings.
Winter Lights
Friday, November 13–Sunday, January 17, 5-10pm
FREE
Every night, the Museum will be aglow with the beautiful outdoor Winter Lights display. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of the scenery by capturing memorable family photos and sharing these on social media using #WinteratTheWestmoreland.
Winter Nights
Fridays, November 20–January 15, 5-8pm
FREE
Enjoy a magical Winter Night at the Museum as you explore the Winter Tales immersive experience, bringing winter-inspired artworks to life. Warm up with a complimentary seasonal hot beverage, specialty drinks at the cash bar, and fun art-making activities. Plus, enjoy free admission to the Ansel Adams and Victoria Sambunaris exhibitions.
On Fridays from November 20 to January 15, the Museum will be open 12-8pm. The Museum will be closed on Friday, December 25 and Friday, January 1.
Holiday Mart
Thursday, December 3, 5-8pm
Friday, December 4, 12-8pm
Saturday, December 5, 10am-5pm
FREE ENTRY
This delightful three-day shopping event features regional artisans showcasing their unique handcrafted items, making it the perfect opportunity to find special gifts for your loved ones or treat yourself! Enjoy live musical entertainment and warm up with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies as you browse. To make your holiday preparations even easier, we offer free gift-wrapping for all purchases. All shoppers receive a 10% discount on regular price merchandise in-store and online, and Museum members receive an additional 10% discount. Every purchase supports regional artisans and the Museum.
Special Holiday Open Days
Monday, December 28, 10am-5pm
Tuesday, December 29, 10am-5pm
FREE
The Museum is open this Monday and Tuesday for some holiday fun! Bring the whole family for a festive visit featuring a holiday scavenger hunt and a hands-on art-making activity for all ages. Plus, experience Winter Tales before it closes on January 18!
For a listing of all Winter at The Westmoreland events, please visit: thewestmoreland.org/winter
Winter Wonderland and Winter Nights are supported by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program and sponsored by Bank of America. Winter Wonderland is also sponsored by Valley School of Ligonier.
The Museum thanks these corporate partners:
About The Westmoreland Museum of American Art
Western Pennsylvania’s only museum dedicated to American art, The Westmoreland Museum of American Art in Greensburg, PA, offers meaningful and engaging cultural experiences that build community and inspire creativity, new ideas, and action through the power of art. The Westmoreland’s extraordinary permanent collection, with its strong focus on the art and artists of Southwestern Pennsylvania, is complemented by an impressive temporary exhibition schedule featuring both nationally traveling exhibitions and those organized by the Museum. Additionally, The Westmoreland presents a full calendar of community-oriented and family-friendly experiences. General admission to the Museum is free with the exception of festival experiences, including the annual Art in Bloom (March 17-21, 2027).
For more information, visit thewestmoreland.org.
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