Dressed in his Gryffindor robe, Harry demonstrates the power of his wand for Professor Dumbledore, the headmaster at Hogwarts. Known for bringing realistic and architecturally accurate buildings to the world, Department 56 has spared no expense in working with Warner Brothers Studios to bring you a series of iconic Harry Potter buildings and accessories that look amazing and truly captivate all ages. These highly detailed, lighted buildings are crafted using the exact specifications from the movie studio to create an unbelievably lifelike experience for the Harry Potter fan. From the majesty of Hogwarts Castle, to Hagrid’s Hut, Oleanders Wand Shop, and a good game of Quiddity, Department 56 has truly brought the movie to life. About Department 56: Over thirty years ago, Department 56 began as part of Bachman's, a premiere retail florist in Minneapolis. Bachman's used a numbering system to identify each of its departments. The number assigned to wholesale gift imports division was, you guessed it, 56. Now headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Department 56 has become a leader in the giftware, collectibles and holiday decorating industry and is best known for our hand-crafted lighted villages, Snow babies figurines and extensive lines of holiday and home decorative products.