When December ends, many of Branson’s hottest shows will be closed for the season until they re-open in March. This is the perfect time for visitors who are more interested in shopping and museum attractions than shows to come to Branson.

Outlet malls like Tanger and Factory Merchants will still be offering name brand buys at low outlet prices, so bargain hunters can come in and get some great deals. As an added plus, Branson isn’t as crowded during this time, so there won’t be as much traffic to deal with while shopping. Some of the brands offered at these outlet malls include Coach Factory, Liz Clairborne New York, Gap Outlet, Banana Republic Factory Store, and Bath & Body Works. There is something for everyone’s tastes, so a trip with the whole family for more clothing and accessories will be time well spent.

In addition, several of the area’s popular museum attractions like Titanic, Hollywood Wax Museum, and The World’s Largest Toy Museum will still be available. Guests who can spend hours exploring each museum will find that this is the perfect time to visit. Fewer people will be a the museum, so visitors can take their time looking at each exhibit in peace.

If you plan on visiting Branson during the slower season to do some shopping or check out the museum attractions, visit BransonShows.com to compare prices and book lodging or get your museum tickets in advance.

Located in nearby Forsyth, Mo, the White River Valley Historical Society (WRVHS) is hosting “New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music,” which is a special traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibit Service. New Harmonies will be at the WRVHS Historical Society’s museum in Forsyth. The exhibit began on Aug 15 and will be available until Sept 26.

New Harmonies contains a collection of artifacts, memorabilia, and exhibits about the role of music in developing America’s culture and history. From regional genres to advances in technology, New Harmonies covers a variety of topics.

New Harmonies is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 12 to 4 p.m. Sunday visits are available by appointment only. On Wednesdays at noon, a lunch and learn event will be held. Visitors can bring a sack lunch or buy sandwiches at the museum and enjoy lunch with local musical experts who will cover topics from the early origins of gospel music to Blues in the Ozarks. Other weekly events include children’s programming on Tuesdays. In addition, free weekly lunchtime concerts will be happening each Thursday at the museum.

Afternoon and evening concerts are also available throughout the event. Concerts take place on Aug 23 and 29 and Sept 4, 13, and 26. Check the schedule online for a full list of times and performers. Concerts take place at Shadowrock Park in Forsyth.

Complete event information can be found at http://sites.google.com/site/wrvhsevents/home/new-harmonies.

Forsyth, Mo is a small town located just a few miles east of Branson. For all of your Branson lodging and show needs, BransonShows.com has the options you need for your visit to the Ozarks.