The Bollinger County Museum of Natural History in Marble Hill, Mo., is hosting a Thomas Nast Christmas celebration, noon to 4:30 p.m. today, Saturday and Sunday. Nast is credited with creating the popular image of Santa Claus. Nast's illustrations, hand-carved ornaments and more will be on display through Jan. 6. In case of snow, the museum may be closed, so call ahead to check, 573-238-1174. The cost is $2 for adults and $1 for 18 and younger.
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