The IMAS Guild invites community members to enter the 2026 International Museum of Art & Science Christmas Tree Forest.
This year’s theme is “Art of the America’s: Nature Edition” and is organized by the IMAS Guild.
Applications to participate are due October 15 or until filled.
The Christmas Tree Forest will be installed in mid-November at the IMAS. Each participating organization will create their tree ornamentation in advance and decorate the tree in accordance to the theme. The long-standing tradition of hand-made ornaments and decorations is one that the community looks forward to every year. This exhibit showcases the creativity and ingenuity of our community from preschoolers through adult groups!
Trees will be on exhibit from November 27, 2026 through January 2, 2027.
The IMAS Guild is a volunteer organization of women who support the museum through volunteerism and by raising funds for the museum’s exhibitions, cultural events, and education programs.
Christmas Tree Forest Awards Ceremony
Sunday, December 13, 2026
2:00 p.m.
Join us at IMAS for the Christmas Tree Forest Awards Ceremony.
Open to all participating groups and organizations.
Key Dates
Application Deadline
- Applications are due by October 15, 2026 (or until filled).
- The deadline will be extended only if trees are still available.
- A notice will be posted here once all trees have been claimed and registration capacity has been reached.
Tree Decorating Days
- Groups may come during the following times to decorate their tree:
- Wednesday, November 18, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday, November 19, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Friday, November 20, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m..
- Saturday, November 21, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, November 22, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 25, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- All decorations must be complete and ready for installation upon arrival.
- Participants must bring all necessary supplies, including a step stool if needed.
- Judging will take place after the decorating period concludes.
Tree Removal
Groups must remove their tree decorations during this window.
- Sunday, January 3, 2027: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday, January 6, 2027 : 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday, January 7, 2027 : 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday, January 8, 2027 : 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday, January 9, 2027 : 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday, January 10, 2027: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Failure to pick up decorations by January 18 will result in decorations being disposed by museum staff.
Age Categories
Participants may enter under the following categories:
- Kinder – 2nd Grade
- 3rd – 5th Grade
- 6th – 8th Grade
- 9th – 12th Grade
- Families / Community Organizations
