Looking for somewhere to go this Christmas season? Then make plans now to visit Cambridge, Ohio, to see the Dickens Victorian Village on display from early November to mid-January. Here colorful, life-size, handmade, mannequins are positioned next to antique lampposts and benches along Wheeling Avenue.
The characters represent classic scenes from Victorian times. You might stroll past a group of carolers that actually "sing" or you might meet up with a bucket brigade. School children, street peddlers and figures such as Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim and dozens more have been created by local
volunteers. Cambridge's many original buildings from the 1800s, add authenticity to streetscape.
The Dickens Victorian Village was the brilliant idea of local businessman and artist Bob Ley. Hundreds of volunteers help build, paint and dress the figures then move them to their positions along Wheeling Avenue. Each head and face have been sculptered and painted by members of the Eastern Ohio Art Guild.
I visited the warehouse where the Dickens figures are stored during their "off" season. I couldn't believe the dozens of mannequins all so lifelike it was actually spooky walking among all them. Volunteers were working and I saw how a frame was made, padded and dressed in period clothing before being "topped" off with a head. This Victorian Village is truly a Cambridge Village affair that attracts thousands.
Before you head out, contact the Cambridge/Guensey County Visitors & Convention Bureau for a complete listing of all the events, places and times. Enjoy a Cambridge Christmas.
800-933-5480 VisitGuernseyCounty.com
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