The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley (HSCV), 237-249 W. Main St., Ephrata, will host its annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Guests will be welcomed into the 1868 Connell Mansion, which houses the Theodore R. Sprecher Museum, complete with three floors of exhibits featuring life in the Cocalico Valley. Attendees will experience the Victorian home decorated for the holidays.

Mark Herr will entertain visitors with his musical talents on the antique pump organ, and Glenn Fisher will provide additional entertainment on his flute. Santa will also be in attendance.

Next door in the 1929 Tudor-style Hamaker House, attendees may make crafts in the library, and a gift shop and light refreshments will be available in the Education Room.

The Conestoga Press, a living-history print museum located in the carriage house, will feature trained artisans demonstrating printing methods of the past.

The event is free and open to the public. Parking is available in the rear lot or surrounding public streets. For more information, visit http://www.cocalicovalleyhs.org or call 717-733-1616.