Topton

The annual holiday Putz at The Lutheran Home at Topton, 1 S. Home Ave., will be open to the public 1-4 p.m. Nov. 26 and 27 and on Dec. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18.

A traditional miniature display that covers 560 square feet, the Putz is a collection of antique holiday displays, including working trains.

Ida Henry, a matron of The Lutheran Home at Topton during its years as an orphanage, assembled the Putz between the years 1909-45.

Among the 17 scenes are the story of the Holy birth, a replica of Radio City Music Hall complete with an organ and an orchestra in the pit, a circus, Toonerville trolley, and a large church complete with tiny hymnals, baptismal fonts, and a pipe organ.

The name comes from the German verb “putzen,” which means to brighten or display.

Large-group or special tours can be arranged by contacting Karen Sinkovits at 610-682-1422.