The Byron Museum of History, in conjunction with the Byron Chamber of Commerce’s Miracle on Second Street, sponsored the Festival of Trees on Friday, November 18th. 25 beautifully decorated Christmas trees are on display throughout the museum. Each tree was provided by businesses, civic organizations, churches and other groups throughout the community and decorated with adornments of their choice. The Byron Museum is grateful to all the volunteers who volunteered their time to help with Festival of Trees – from judging the trees, to decorating the museum, and staffing during the event. Trees were judged by a panel of 5 and over 400 votes were cast by visitors voting for their favorite trees on opening night. 1st Place winners will receive $25 and a ribbon, and 2nd and 3rd Place winners will each receive a ribbon. The Byron Museum wishes to congratulate the list of winners below.
Traditional Category
1st Place: Swedish Pancake House
2nd Place: Byron Civic Theatre
3rd Place: Holmstrom & Kennedy
Non-Traditional Category
1st Place: Byron Scarlett Hatters
2nd Place: Attorney Maria Berger
3rd Place: Byron Forest Preserve
Handmade Category
1st Place: By-Y-Badgers
2nd Place: Davis Junction – Scott Township Historical Society
3rd Place: Girl Scout Troops 3416, 3207, 3249, & 3036
Judges’ Choice: Byron Scarlett Hatters
People’s Choice: Attorney Maria Berger