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About The Gingerbread Extravaganza
The Jacksonville Historical Society’s annual Gingerbread Extravaganza showcases some of the most creative art exhibited during the year in Jacksonville. Gingerbread and confection creations from traditional houses to animals and fairy tale themes offer holiday magic. Hundreds of hours are required for the construction of these edible structures – amazing sights to behold!
When Is The Event?
Enjoy the Extravaganza from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Saturday, December 1st through the 22nd.
Where Is It Held
At Old St. Andrews, the headquarters of the Jacksonville Historical Society, which is located at 317 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32202, across the street from Veterans Memorial Arena.
What Will It Cost?
This is an important fundraiser for the Jacksonville Historical Society. The suggested donation for Adults is $5. For children aged 3 -16, the suggested donation is $3. Infants are free.
For more information: www.gingerbreadjax.org
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Adam W
December 09, 2012, 09:24:47 AMNice!
coredumped
December 09, 2012, 10:29:52 PMI went to this back when the church tours were going on (I miss those) and it's pretty awesome. If I recall, they had some neat historic jax literature on sale too. All worth checking out.
Wacca Pilatka
December 11, 2012, 11:43:25 AMGreat event. The piece de resistance is the unbelievably detailed gingerbread St. James Building, complete with Cohen's window displays.
There are many books on Jax history for sale as well as ornaments of Jax landmarks and historical photos.