When WinterFaire opens Nov. 18, 2023, five characters will greet you as you embark on a brand-new winter adventure in their enchanted winter forest home. 

We asked for your help in naming our new WinterFaire friends, and you delivered! Thank you to everyone who voted on social media and in the exclusive members-only poll.

Let’s get to know the new characters in WinterFaire 

Ember the fox

Warm, welcoming, and curious, Ember will greet you at the entrance to the exhibit.

Indigo the chameleon

Knowledgeable in all things mystical, the elusive Indigo will be found perched on an illuminated frozen fountain—the source of WinterFaire’s magic.

Flip the seal 

A lover of carnival games, the energetic, happy, and carefree Flip will welcome you to the games area, inviting you to play alongside him.

Storm the ice phoenix

Brave, adventurous, and daring, Storm will invite you into his ice cave to play and explore.

Gerty the beaver 

A no-nonsense gal and master woodworker, Gerty will invite you into the artisan’s corner to help her run the shop.

Thanks for helping

Thank you for helping us make WinterFaire the most amazing indoor winter experience in all the land. We can’t wait for the adventures these magical creatures will share with you in their enchanted forest home! As with all of our permanent exhibits, WinterFaire will be included with museum admission. Advance tickets are strongly encouraged!