Santa's Coming!

Santa arriving at Nickel Plate Station!
Sponsored by First Community Credit Union
Saturday, November 28, 2026
12:30 p.m. to 2:30p.m
This event includes special holiday-themed activities throughout the day:
• Get your wish list ready! Santa arrives by firetruck at 1 p.m. (Be ready early just in case!) and will be available for photos until 4 p.m.
• Explore the returning “Into the Arctic” exhibit to ride a dog sled and try ice-fishing – all without the subzero temperatures.
• Visit the Nickel Plate Station mailbox to write and mail a holiday letter to the North Pole.
• Enjoy free cookies!
Experience the joy and magic of the season at this must-visit holiday destination! For more information, call 618.692.2094. Admission to the museum is not included in this free event at the Nickel Plate Station.
Parking is available anywhere on the Lewis & Clark campus, on Hale St. behind the Museum, or at the Leclaire Field.