From The Nutcracker to A Snowy Winter Wonderland to Santa’s Workshop – the President and First Lady have chosen a theme for the White House holiday celebrations every year since 1961.
Nature’s Winter Beauty
In the spring of 2005, President and Mrs. George W. Bush chose the theme All Things Bright and Beautiful to highlight the beauty to be found in nature, especially the fruits, flowers, and plants of the winter holidays.
At the George W. Bush Presidential Center, visitors will discover the beauty and excitement of the White House holiday. The all-new exhibit showcases gorgeous flowers and colorful murals, behind-the-scenes photos, Mrs. Bush’s holiday dress, BarneyCam videos, and more.
Learn more about the history of White House flowers and florists
WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS TREE
Visitors can also make memories with a family photo in front of the giant Blue Room Christmas tree. Each year, the Blue Room Christmas tree serves as the centerpiece of White House holiday décor. The Bush Center’s 18-foot re-creation of the White House Christmas tree will have over 500 white lilies, glass bead garland, clear crystal ball ornaments, and a moss tree skirt.
Bush Center Museum Store
Pre-order the 2017 Bush Center Christmas Ornament, featuring “Tree of Life”, painted by President Bush. The ornament will be available for in-store pickup and shipping the first week in November.
The Bush Center Courtyard Tree
Don’t miss the beautiful Christmas tree soon to be displayed on November 16 in the Bush Center courtyard.
The ornaments were handcrafted from students from the Laura Bush Foundation schools and materials were donated by Michaels.
Schools include:
Laura Welch Bush Elementary
Austin, TX
Laura Bush Elementary
Houston, TX
Laura Bush Middle School
Lubbock, TX
Special Exhibit Events
Saturday, Dec 9
9am, 10:30am & noon
Docent Talk: Fascinating
White House Christmas Traditions
Saturday, Dec 9
2pm
Holiday Crafts
Saturday, Dec 9
2:30pm
Choir
Friday, Dec 15
Noon
A+ Show Choir
Saturday, Dec 16
9am, 10:30am & noon
Docent Talk: Fascinating
White House Christmas Traditions
Saturday, Dec 16
2pm
Holiday Crafts
Saturday, Dec 23
9am, 10:30am & noon
Docent Talk: Fascinating
White House Christmas Traditions
Saturday, Dec 30
9am, 10:30am & noon
Docent Talk: Fascinating
White House Christmas Traditions
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