A Jolly, Jazzy Holiday at Bok Sanctuary Nov.23-Jan. 1

November 23 - January 1, Historic Bok Sanctuary’s Christmas at Pinewood features the magnificent Mediterranean-style Pinewood Estates – all decked out for the holidays. The Estate occupies eight acres of Historic Bok Sanctuary and is enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. For the past 13 years, Central Florida designers fill the 20-room mansion with glittering decorations that showcase the magnificent antique furnishings and superb craftsmanship of a golden era. Local businesses and designers each sponsored one room in the house, transforming it into their interpretation of this year’s theme – a Jolly, Jazzy Holiday. The stunning holiday décor accentuates the mansion’s antique furnishings and architectural elements.

Events planned during Christmas at Pinewood:

November 23 at 10 a.m., the first 100 visitors through the holiday home tour receive a free welcome gift.

December 1 from 10 a.m. to noon, learn how to make origami paper ornaments.

December 1, costumes are encouraged when you step back in time for a swanky, jazzy night in the 1920s at the Christmas at Pinewood Benefit Party.

December 6 & 7 from 5 to 8 p.m., join us for two evenings of fun, shopping and the holiday home tour. Enjoy carolers, a holiday family workshop, pictures with Santa and more in the Visitor Center. Special holiday gifts and goodies for purchase are available in the Carillon Café and Tower & Garden Gift Shop.

Built in the early 1930s, the Pinewood Estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered one of the finest examples of Mediterranean-style architecture in Florida. C. Austin Buck, original owner and early 20th century industrialist, would be proud to spend the holidays at the 20-room Pinewood Estate this year.

Christmas at Pinewood Home Tour Hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Dec. 24 & 25). For more information, call Historic Bok Sanctuary at 863.676.1408 visit www.boksanctuary.org or call the event line at (863) 734-1222.

General Rates: (includes Sanctuary admission)$18 adults; $9 children ages 5-12; free under 5; $7 members