Community Nutcracker Challenge

About this event

Create. Imagine. Inspire. Hurry! A limited number of nutcrackers are available, reserve yours today! Become part of The Land of Sweets: An Enchanted Holiday Experience by transforming a simple wooden nutcracker into a one-of-a-kind work of art. The museum invites families, individuals, schools, scout troops, and community organizations to unleash their creativity and design their own unique nutcracker. Once completed, these imaginative creations will become part of a special Nutcracker Village display, where they will be showcased alongside the museum’s holiday exhibition. Whether whimsical, elegant, contemporary, humorous, or inspired by holiday traditions, every nutcracker has a story to tell. Together, our community will create a magical village celebrating creativity, imagination, and the spirit of the season. Youth groups and organizations are encouraged to participate! Please note that an adult representative must register on behalf of the group. There are no limits to your imagination! Participants are encouraged to interpret their nutcracker in creative and unexpected ways. Draw inspiration from literature, history, popular culture, nature, holidays, careers, travel, hobbies, works of art, or your own original ideas. Every nutcracker should celebrate the creativity and imagination of its maker. How It Works: Register your individual, family, or team for $15R/$20NR.Receive one unfinished wooden nutcracker from the museum. Create your own unique design using paint, fabric, embellishments, mixed media, or any materials you choose. Return your completed nutcracker and form by the submission deadline NOVEMBER 12. See your creation on display as part of a special community exhibition during The Land of Sweets. Vote! Museum visitors will vote for their favorite designs throughout the exhibition.