Photostory: A sweet look at Augusta’s Gingerbread Village

Date: November 28, 2025

The Augusta Museum of History is celebrating the season with its annual Holiday Gingerbread Village, open through Nov. 30 during regular museum hours. The free exhibit features historic-themed gingerbread creations available through silent auction, with proceeds supporting museum programs and exhibitions.

This is a fun family-friendly activity for all ages..

A sign at the Augusta Museum of History welcomes visitors to the Holiday Gingerbread Village. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
A stack of Holiday Gingerbread Village scavenger hunt sheets invites children to search for themed items throughout the exhibit. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
Augusta Technical College’s Culinary Department created this gingerbread model of Engine Company No. 1 with candy cane trim. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
An informational card explains the history of Engine House No. 1, Augusta’s first public firehouse built in 1892. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
Lauren Virgo’s gingerbread version of the Aiken Institute showcases the historic school’s red-brick architecture Staff photo by Drew Wall.
A gingerbread replica of Red Oak Manor features festive details including Christmas lights, a front porch and a Santa figurine. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
A gingerbread recreation of the Aiken Railroad Depot includes frosting-lined platforms and candy tracks representing the historic train stop. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
Clever Gail Bakery’s gingerbread interpretation of Magnolia Cemetery includes trees and headstones. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
A gingerbread replica of Springfield Baptist Church features peppermint columns, gumdrop roof shingles and a wreath centerpiece. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
A card details the history of Springfield Baptist Church, one of Augusta’s most important African-American historic sites. Staff photo by Drew Wall.
A view inside the gingerbread model of Springfield Baptist Church reveals candy-stained glass and glowing lights. Staff photo by Drew Wall.

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