Christmas Tree Lighting Archives

National Christmas Tree celebration turns 100

A White House Christmas tradition — with lights, decorations, music and an appearance from the sitting president — turns 100 this year. President Biden lit the National Christmas Tree this week (November 30) on the Ellipse near the White House, and the centennial event included hip-hop icon LL Cool J, country singer Shania Twain and “The President’s Own” ... Read More»

By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 December, 2022 | Topics: News | Tags: Christmas Tree Lighting

Remarks by President Biden at the National Christmas Tree Lighting

My name is Joe Biden. I am Jill Biden’s husband. (Laughter.) On behalf of Jill and Kamala and Doug, we welcome you to the National Christmas Tree Lighting. Thanks to the Interior Secretary, Deb Haaland, for that introduction and her leadership. She has made me look awful good in my judgments. It is wonderful ... Read More»

By U.S. Mission Italy | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Christmas Tree Lighting

At Christmas tree lighting, President Trump revives the tradition’s religious spirit

On an unseasonably warm November 30, President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump participated in the 95th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting. With the White House’s south facade as the backdrop, spectators gathered on the Ellipse at President’s Park to watch musical performances from groups such as the Beach Boys and listen to ... Read More»

By U.S. Mission Italy | 1 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders | Tags: Christmas Tree Lighting, Former President Trump Administration, Former U.S. Government Leaders

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