The Woodstock Museum National Historic Site ensures there’s something for everyone to celebrate during the holiday season

The museum's Christmas Vacation Escape Rooms bring the community together for the holidays. (Contributed photo)

Alex Hunt, Echo Contributor

From escape rooms to party bookings, there’s no shortage of Christmas festivities to celebrate at the museum.

The Woodstock Museum NSH is offering a Christmas Vacation Escape Room. Based on the popular film, teams are encouraged to collaborate to solve puzzles and escape.

“It’s interesting to see how different groups approach the puzzles; everyone has their own way of solving them,” said Dariel McIntyre, museum clerk at the Woodstock Museum NHS. “Over the years, we’ve had such a variety of people, such as families working together, business outings, friends.”

The escape room will run until Dec. 20. Registration is required and can be done by calling the museum or booking online.

Education officer Kerrie Gill said the museum is a space to celebrate all traditions. Locals have booked a room to celebrate Diwali, Hanukkah and Christmas events. Businesses and family members can also use the space to celebrate parties and host meetings.

“We want to make sure everyone’s traditions are celebrated and appreciated. A museum is only as strong as the community behind it,” said Gill. “Ours thrives because people are willing to participate and share. We’re always reaching out, hosting activities and celebrations that bring people together.”

“It’s also nice to see how many visitors are surprised to learn that admission is by donation. Some people choose to give generously, but they don’t have to. Our goal is simply to make this space as accessible as possible, so everyone has the chance to enjoy and learn here.”

Gill explained that the library supports a variety of community programming from students to adults and encourages locals to visit the Physics Matters: An Interactive Science Exhibit. Running until January, the exhibit allows visitors to learn how science affects everyday life.

“The history of every community is always evolving, and we must keep it relevant for people to engage with,” said Gill. “That means continuing to collect donations and artifacts from local businesses, individuals, and community groups, because these stories help paint a fuller picture of what Woodstock truly is. I also think the library is gradually growing into a real community hub.”