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A Rare Department 56 Find. The Story Behind Thi...

This rare Department 56 Heinz building was never sold in stores. Created exclusively for the H. J. Heinz Company, it has a unique history, a limited production run, and strong...

A Rare Department 56 Find. The Story Behind Thi...

This rare Department 56 Heinz building was never sold in stores. Created exclusively for the H. J. Heinz Company, it has a unique history, a limited production run, and strong...

We Found a Rare Early Dickens’ Village Piece in...

While sorting through a massive estate of vintage Department 56 pieces, we discovered a rare early gem: the limited edition Dickens’ Village Mill, produced in 1985 in a run of...

We Found a Rare Early Dickens’ Village Piece in...

While sorting through a massive estate of vintage Department 56 pieces, we discovered a rare early gem: the limited edition Dickens’ Village Mill, produced in 1985 in a run of...

Where to Buy Lemax in Canada (Updated 2025 Guide)

Looking for Lemax in Canada? This guide breaks down where to find both new and retired pieces, from major retailers to specialty shops. See why Vintage Villages is the best...

Where to Buy Lemax in Canada (Updated 2025 Guide)

Looking for Lemax in Canada? This guide breaks down where to find both new and retired pieces, from major retailers to specialty shops. See why Vintage Villages is the best...

Christmas in the City: Department 56’s Urban Ho...

Step into a glowing holiday cityscape where vintage theaters, soaring skyscrapers, and bustling storefronts come to life in porcelain. Department 56’s Christmas in the City series captures the spirit of...

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Christmas in the City: Department 56’s Urban Ho...

Step into a glowing holiday cityscape where vintage theaters, soaring skyscrapers, and bustling storefronts come to life in porcelain. Department 56’s Christmas in the City series captures the spirit of...

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The Haunted Origins of Department 56 Halloween ...

Step into the world of Department 56 Halloween Village, where haunted mansions, trick-or-treaters, and spooky charm come together in miniature form. From its eerie beginnings in 1998 to collector favorites...

The Haunted Origins of Department 56 Halloween ...

Step into the world of Department 56 Halloween Village, where haunted mansions, trick-or-treaters, and spooky charm come together in miniature form. From its eerie beginnings in 1998 to collector favorites...

The Real History Behind the Department 56 Corwi...

The Department 56 Corwin House isn’t just a collectible, it’s a miniature replica of Salem’s infamous Witch House, the only building still standing with direct ties to the 1692 Salem...

The Real History Behind the Department 56 Corwi...

The Department 56 Corwin House isn’t just a collectible, it’s a miniature replica of Salem’s infamous Witch House, the only building still standing with direct ties to the 1692 Salem...