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November 7, 2026 through January 10, 2027, during regular museum hours.

How much does it cost?

See the museum website for admission. Admission is free on Holiday Community Day, December 5.

Who presents the exhibition?

The Appleton Museum of Art, featuring the private collection of Dr. Paul and Joyce Urban and family.

Holiday & Seasonal

A Dickens Christmas: The Urban Family's Holiday Exhibition

Saturday, November 7, 2026See website for museum hoursAppleton Museum of ArtSee website for admission

A Dickens Christmas: The Urban Family's Holiday Exhibition is a holiday & seasonal event taking place on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Appleton Museum of Art in Ocala, Florida. Tickets start at See website for admission. Organized by Appleton Museum of Art.

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What Are the Details for This Event?

Date & Time

Saturday, November 7, 2026

Through Sunday, January 10, 2027

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Location

Appleton Museum of Art

4333 E Silver Springs Blvd
Ocala, FL 34470

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Admission

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Organized By

Appleton Museum of Art

Arts & Culture • Ocala, FL

About This Event

The Appleton Museum of Art presents A Dickens Christmas: The Urban Family's Holiday Exhibition from Saturday, November 7, 2026 through January 10, 2027, at 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala. The two-floor display features the private holiday collection of Dr. Paul and Joyce Urban and their daughters, including themed Christmas trees, an elaborate Dickens Village and an international nutcracker collection. A Community Holiday Tree Display adds 17 trees decorated by local businesses and organizations. The Urban family has shared the collection since 1989, and it changes every year.

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