Golden Pond, KY – Celebrate the spirit of the holiday season by getting outdoors in Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area and taking part in a variety of fun, traditional, and educational programs.
On Saturday, November 26th, from 1:00pm-4:00pm, The Homeplace celebrates Christmas in 1850. Enjoy the smell of homemade cookies, stockings hung over the fireplace, and voices raised in song, signifying that Christmas has come to The Homeplace.
Learn to make simple Christmas decorations, collect favorite holiday recipes, and relax to the sound of old-time Christmas tunes with the Dixie Volunteers. Later, join in singing 1800’s Christmas carols as we usher in Santa Claus who will delight everyone with tales from his past. All ages are welcome at this family event. Homeplace admission is $4.00 ages 13 and up; $2.00 ages 5-12; and free ages 4 and under.
The Golden Pond Planetarium offers two holiday programs Wednesday-Sunday, beginning November 25th through December 23rd. ‘Tis the Season and Christmas Story will allow visitors to discover cultural, seasonal, and religious rituals from around the world. Admission is $4.00 ages 13 and up; $2.00 ages 5-12; free 4 and under. Groups of 10 or more may make reservations by calling 270.924.2020.
The Homeplace, Woodlands Nature Station, North and South Welcome Stations, and Golden Pond Planetarium and Visitor Center will be closed Thanksgiving Day.
About Land Between the Lakes
Come Outside and Play at Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area, managed by the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, in partnership with “Friends of LBL,” to provide public lands outdoor recreation and environmental education. We encourage visitors to review LBL’s official website at www.lbl.org each season, and throughout the season, for our Calendar of Events, updates on programs and policies, safety information, maps, and temporary trail and road closures.
Follow us on Twitter @LBLScreechOwl and on our blog at http://landbetweenthelakes.blogspot.com/. Additional LBL and “Friends of LBL” information is available on our website or by calling 1.800.LBL.7077 or 270.924.2000.
