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Department 56 Snow Village

Department 56 Snow Village is the suburban Americana series: lighted diners, gas stations, drive-ins, cottages, and small-town buildings that capture mid-century American Christmas nostalgia.

Snow Village is the suburban Americana heart of Department 56, diners, gas stations, drive-ins, cottages, and small-town Main Street buildings that capture mid-century Christmas nostalgia. It is one of the original and longest-running Department 56 series. Snow Village is the suburban counterpart to Christmas in the City (urban) and Dickens Village (Victorian). Accessories complete the scene. Browse all Department 56.

What is Snow Village?

Department 56's suburban Americana series with lighted diners, gas stations, cottages, and small-town buildings capturing mid-century Christmas nostalgia.

Is Snow Village the most popular Dept 56 series?

Snow Village is one of the most popular and longest-running series, especially for American collectors.

Are Snow Village buildings lighted?

Yes. Most buildings include interior lighting.

What era does Snow Village represent?

Mid-century American suburban life, 1950s and 1960s small-town Main Streets with diners, gas stations, and cottages.

Are retired Snow Village pieces valuable?

Yes. Early Snow Village buildings are among the most sought-after Department 56 collectibles.

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