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     News Release - December 7, 2012 GOVERNMENT HOUSE CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAY SEASON VICTORIAN STYLEThe Provincial Capital Commission will host their third annual Old-Fashioned Victorian Christmas on Saturday, December 8, at Government House. "Government House is rich in our province's history and culture," Minister responsible for the Provincial Capital Commission Kevin Doherty said. "The Old-Fashioned Victorian Christmas is a great opportunity for people who have grown up here and those who have recently moved here to come together not only to celebrate the holiday season but also this National Historic Site and Provincial Heritage Property." The Old-Fashioned Victorian Christmas will begin at 6:30 pm and run until 8:30 pm. There will be lots of free family fun including: horse-drawn sleigh rides through the Edwardian Gardens, cookie decorating, Christmas carolling, cookies and cider and a visit from a special guest coming from the North Pole. The Amédée Forget Museum will also be open to visitors. This year will feature a second horse-drawn sleigh due to last year's overwhelming popularity of this event. People will be able to have a family photo taken at the event which can later be downloaded from the Provincial Capital Commission website at www.opcc.gov.sk.ca.
Government House was built in 1891 and first served as the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of the Northwest Territories. Restored to the period of Lieutenant Governor Amédée Forget who was in office from 1898-1910, the museum offers a glimpse of life at Government House at the turn of the 20th century. Throughout the year, engaging experiences for children and visitors alike are offered at Government House, including activities in the Edwardian Gardens which provide a welcoming green space so visitors can enjoy the richness and beauty of this heritage landmark. -30- For more information, contact:
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