Virginia Theological Seminary

Who is St. Nicholas? Who is Santa Claus? Are they the same?

Find out here.

Around the World

Saint Nicholas traditions in many countries

How to Celebrate

Activities, crafts, recipes, stories & more

For Kids

Games, stories & other fun things

St. Nicholas Exhibit

In Alexandria, Virginia!

Crafts

For all ages

Gazetteer

Find St. Nicholas churches all over the world

Events

Visits from St. Nicholas—keeping the tradition alive all over the world

Church Year Resources

Celebrate the whole church year in your family

What’s New

  1. Plaques, Prints, Icons & More
  2. Cookie Boards & Molds
  3. Puppets & Children's Things
  4. Count Down to St. Nicholas Day - 2025
  5. Early English - ca 1150
  6. The Spirit of Saint Nicholas: A Partnership of Serendipity and Purpose, 2025
  7. Figures
  8. From Our Collection
  9. St. Nicholas Biscotti
  10. Russian St. Nicholas Cake
  11. Saint Nicholas Center for Faith and Justice
  12. Saint Nicholas Speculaas Cookies
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