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Learn about the history and traditions of the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, which celebrates over 100 years of American culture and heritage. See the ornaments, performances, and news from past and upcoming events.
- Visit the Tree
2022 marked the 100th lighting of the National Christmas...
- Watch The Lighting
Get details on how to watch the National Christmas Tree...
- Visit the Tree
2022 marked the 100th lighting of the National Christmas Tree. The tree's lighting and decoration design incorporated elements from tree designs of years past, including historical star tree toppers and star ornaments that embellished the base of the tree.
Get details on how to watch the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and explore past performances.
Nov 29, 2023 · The official ceremony and tree lighting is set for Thursday, Nov. 30 at 5 p.m. ET, the National Park Service's White House and President's Park office told USA TODAY. Only winners...
The beloved tradition of the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony began Christmas Eve in 1923 when President Calvin Coolidge lit a 48-foot Balsam Fir from Vermont decorated with 2,500 red, white, and green electric bulbs. Learn more about the history of the National Christmas Tree.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden participated in the 2023 National Christmas Tree Lighting Thursday evening. The ceremony came after a strong gust of wind briefly toppled the tree...
Dec 2, 2021 · President Joe Biden and his family, along with Vice President Kamala Harris and her family, will attend the National Tree Lighting on the Ellipse park at the White House.
