The annual creche exhibit opened today at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Bangor. More than 500 nativity scenes are on display and are on loan from families who practice various denominations.
I stopped by this afternoon when it opened and was pleasantly surprised. What was once a gym was transformed into a softly lit exhibit space with nativity scenes proudly displayed along the walls and on tables covered with jeweled-colored cloth. Greens, golds, reds, and blues permeated the area and gave off a distinct Christmas feel -- even though it's 50 degrees outside with nary a snowflake in sight.
I loved the colors of this one and its simplicity. It looks quite European and I wish I knew where it came from.
This one was my favorite. I love how nature was used in the presentation. There's something about birch bark that draws me in. 
Sure, the story goes that Jesus was born in a manger in Bethelem (which happens to be in the Middle East) but that shouldn't mean that Eskimos and Inuit can't put their own spin on it. I love the animals in this nativity scene: a walrus, seal, sled dogs, and a polar bear.
I just loved the simplicity of this one. No gold paint. No ceramic wise men. To me it symbolizes what the season is all about. This is something a poor carpenter and his young bride might have on display in their home...Check out the creche exhibit yourself this weekend. There will also be entertainment and a live nativity scene on display.
Friday, December 4
12 to 8 pm
Saturday, December 5
9 am to 8 pm
Sunday, December 6
12 to 8 pm
Monday, December 7
12 to 8 pm
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