A Youngstown Christmas Tradition for 18 Years

For eighteen seasons, Memories of Christmas Past has transformed the historic Arms Family Museum into a celebration of the sights, stories and traditions of Christmas.

Whether it’s a tradition you return to every year or your first visit, 2026 offers something that has never been presented here before.

18TH ANNUAL MEMORIES OF CHRISTMAS PAST

Step Into a White Christmas.

Memories of Christmas Past. White Christmas: The Exhibition

November 14 through December 31, 2026
Arms Family Museum • Youngstown, Ohio

This Christmas, experience something truly special.

The Arms Family Museum welcomes visitors inside the story of one of America’s most beloved holiday traditions with White Christmas: The Exhibition, a rare presentation of original costumes, memorabilia and historic artifacts connected to White Christmas, Holiday Inn and Irving Berlin’s iconic song.

White Christmas: The Exhibition

For generations, Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” has been part of the soundtrack of the holiday season. This year, Memories of Christmas Past invites visitors to discover the remarkable story behind the song and the films that helped make it a Christmas tradition.

The exhibition traces that history from Irving Berlin’s creation of “White Christmas” through Holiday Inn and the beloved 1954 film White Christmas.

Visitors will encounter original costumes and rare artifacts connected to the people, music and films that made holiday history, including pieces associated with Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby, Rosemary Clooney and the spectacular musical production of White Christmas.

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Fred Astaire
Original costume from Holiday Inn, where Bing Crosby first introduced “White Christmas” to film audiences.

White Christmas
Original dance costumes from the unforgettable “Mandy” production number.

Rosemary Clooney & Bing Crosby
Personal artifacts and memorabilia connected to two of the most beloved voices of White Christmas, offering a closer look at the performers behind the holiday classic.

A House Full of Christmas Stories

White Christmas may be this year’s centerpiece, but it’s only the beginning.

Throughout the historic Arms Family Museum, Christmas unfolds through a collection of immersive displays exploring holiday history, tradition, music, imagination, and cultures from around the world.

Nativities From Around the World
Explore Christmas traditions and nativity scenes representing cultures from around the world.

Jack Frost
Step into a wintry world inspired by one of the season’s most familiar characters.

A 19th Century Christmas
Travel back to the Christmas traditions, decorations and customs of another era.

The Crystal Tree
See one of the exhibition’s most anticipated traditions, the dazzling Crystal Tree.

Santa’s Village and Workshop
A playful Christmas experience created especially with younger visitors and families in mind.

White Christmas: The Exhibition
Original costumes and historic artifacts bring the music and films of Irving Berlin’s holiday classic to life.

We’re dreaming of a White Christmas at the Arms Family Museum for our 18th Annual Memories of Christmas Past holiday exhibition!

Our 2026 Memories of Christmas Past will run from November 14th through December 31st, with extended hours on Saturdays in December from noon to 7 PM. We hope to see you this year!

Be a part of the magic of Memories of Christmas Past and become a sponsor!

Your investment in Memories of Christmas Past as a sponsor is a great way to show the community your commitment to preserving tradition while enjoying the benefits a sponsorship can bring.

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Bring a canned good to support Project Feed Our Valley from November 14 through November 22 and receive a discount. Details coming soon!

(Offer is good for one canned good per person.)

Holiday open hours will be Tuesday through Sunday, Noon to 4:00 pm, and Saturdays in December from noon to 7:00 pm

Admissions and additional gift shop space for Memories of Christmas Past will be in the Stewart Media Archives Center directly behind Arms Family Museum, just steps away from the entrance.
The admission fee includes a same-day visit to all MVHS sites.

**Holiday pricing will be in effect from November 14, 2026 until December 31, 2026.**

Memories of Christmas Past Admission

$10.00 Adults
$9.00 Seniors (60+)
$9.00 College Students (with ID)
$8.00 Children (3-18)
FREE Toddlers (under 3)
FREE MVHS Members
FREE Active Military and Veterans (with ID)
$1 Museums For All (with SNAP EBT Card)
Ohio America 250 Fourth Grade Pass

The Hands-On-History Room will again be transformed into a Christmas-themed experience for visitors of all ages.

As is our tradition, both new and vintage merchandise will be for sale. We’ll have a large variety of gift items and shopping areas, however, no discounts will be available for vintage sale items.
Tyler History Center and its gift shop at 325 W. Federal Street will also be open to the public during regular hours, Tuesday through Sunday.