A Department 56 village comes alive in the details between the buildings. This collection holds the landscape and lighting that turn a row of houses into a living scene: the trees, fences, bridges, and glow that make visitors lean in for a closer look and stay there a while.

Set the Scene
With more than a hundred and fifty pieces to choose from, you can browse lit bottle brush trees, snow-topped highland trees, twinkle branch trees, picket line fences, and festive walking bridges, along with scene-stealers like the Season of Giving tree. These are the pieces that fill the spaces your buildings cannot: the town square that needs a tree, the yard that needs a fence, the empty corner that becomes a park. Layered in, they give a display depth, light, and the sense that somebody actually lives there.

The Difference Details Make
Seasoned villagers will tell you the same thing: buildings get the compliments, but landscape earns them. A handful of trees and a string of fence can double the realism of even a two-building display.

Plan It Like a Pro
New to villaging or expanding this year? Our guide to displaying a Department 56 village is full of layout ideas. Then browse the buildings themselves in the full Department 56 collection, including the classic Snow Village collection.

Light Up Your Village
St. Nick’s Christmas and Collectibles helps villagers across the country finish their displays. Shop online or visit our Littleton, Colorado store, and call 1-800-875-8865 with any questions.