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Koziar's Christmas Village is a seasonal attraction located in Jefferson Township, near Bernville, Berks County, Pennsylvania, U.S.A., approximately northwest of Reading.〔The Rolla Daily News. (“Koziar’s Christmas Village.” ) Retrieved 29 April 2014〕 Christmas Village utilizes approximately one half million Christmas lights and other decorative effects in a presentation that has repeatedly been listed among the top tourist attractions in Pennsylvania and the top Christmas displays in the United States.〔(“Koziar’s Christmas Village.” ) Discover LeHigh Valley. Retrieved 29 April 2014.〕 The name ''Koziar'' rhymes with the English word ''composure''. ==History== The Christmas Village was originally known as Spring Lake Dairy Farm. When William M. Koziar began decorating the farm for Christmas in 1948, the display was created for the enjoyment of Koziar's wife, Grace, and their four children. It originally centered on the house and barn.〔Williams, Paul. (“Day Tripper – Koziar’s Christmas Village.” ) Living Media. Retrieved 29 April 2014.〕 Soon after, the display became more elaborate and incorporated the lake, walkways, trees, and fences. Over time, the private display became a popular local attraction known as the ‘Christmas House.’ Traffic nearby would slow down because passersby would drive by slowly to get a chance to view the display.〔Lloyd, Jay. (“Fall’s Top One Tank Tips.” ) CBS Philly. Retrieved 29 April 2014.〕 Eventually, visitors were admitted to the premises, and Koziar soon turned the wheat field into a parking space. The dairy farm remained active at first. The Koziars had to wait until the cows were milked before the family could turn on the lights because there was not enough power for the milking machines and the lights to operate simultaneously. Many of the dioramas were housed in old chicken coops, displaying toys and clothes of the Koziar children and grandchildren. In 2008, Koziar's Christmas Village celebrated its 60th anniversary. It remains a family-owned attraction, currently operated by the Koziar daughters while several employees are second and third generation associates.〔Williams, Paul.(“Day Tripper – Koziar’s Christmas Village.” ) Living Media. Retrieved 29 April 2014〕 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Koziar's Christmas Village」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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