Dept 56 Charles Dickens' Heritage Village Foundation, GAD'S HILL PLACE, Limited

Description: PRODUCT DETAILS The Gad's Hill Inn was released and retired in the 6th and final year of Department 56's association with The Charles Dickens' Heritage Foundation. Starting in 1992, one building was released per year and then retired at the end of that year making room for the next year's edition. A portion of the proceeds from the original sale were donated to the Charles Dicken's Heritage Foundation. CDHF Collection Annual Releases / Retirements 1992 Crown & Cricket Inn1993 Pied Bull Inn1994 Dedlock Inn1995 John Falstaff Inn1996 Grapes Inn1997 Gad's Hill Place Inn - this sale is for this year's edition The Charles Dickens Heritage Foundation is a non-profit organization that produces and hosts various festivals and events throughout the year, including the Dickens of a Christmas Festival in Franklin, Tennessee. This annual festival takes place in the historic downtown area and features a range of activities, such as street performers, musicians, and dancers dressed as characters from Dickens’ novels, including Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, and others. The late, Jeanne-Marie Dickens, the founder of the Charles Dickens Heritage Foundation, has been recognized for her social sensitivity, empathy, and positive thinking, earning her the Life Goes On! Award in Vienna, Austria. USE & CONDITION Dealer display item shown in a glass-enclosed cabinet. Not handled by potential customers, then stored in a climate-controlled, non-smoking stockroom. The item has no cracks, chips, or other signs of damage. Light cord with NEW bulb included. The box and sleeve have some shelf wear. SHIPPING AND PRICING POLICY FREE shipping and insurance through UPS or USPS to the contiguous, lower 48 United States or to International countries that are included in eBay's Global Shipping Program. 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Price: 185 USD

Location: Burnet, Texas

End Time: 2025-01-04T18:49:14.000Z

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