WASHINGTON, Pa. — The White House has unveiled its Holiday Display.
President Joe Biden’s Washington residence has been festooned in Christmas decorations “to capture the pure, unfiltered delight and imagination of childhood”.
The annual tradition encourages visitors to reflect on this time of year with hearts open to the “Magic, Wonder, and Joy” of the season.
A hallway inside the White House decked with holiday red, green and gold. THE WHITE HOUSE VIA SWNS.
First Lady Jill Biden, who unveiled the holiday décor Monday, commented: “For this year’s holidays at the White House, our theme is inspired by how children experience this festive season: completely present in the beauty and bounty around them, their senses alight, with hearts open to the “Magic, Wonder, and Joy” of the season.
“We look forward to welcoming thousands of visitors to the White House — “The People’s House” — during the holidays. May the memories made this holiday season remind us all of the blessing that is our Nation,” she added.
An elaborate Christmas tree inside the White House. THE WHITE HOUSE VIA SWNS.
In describing the display, the White House says: “In this season of reflection and goodwill, we hope you will embrace your inner child and delight in simply being present with those you love.
“It is a time for our senses to awaken—for each of us to smell the aroma of favorite family recipes, to hear the warmth of a dear friend’s voice, to see the glow of lights and decorations, to taste the sweetness of candies and treats, and to feel the quiet stillness and strength of faith,” read the statement from the White House.
A reindeer display inside the White House. THE WHITE HOUSE VIA SWNS.
2023 White House Holidays Decorations in Numbers:
- Approximately 14,975 feet of ribbon, over 350 candles, over 33,892 ornaments, and over 22,100 bells were used this year to decorate the White House.
- There are 98 Christmas trees throughout the White House complex.
- The Gingerbread White House creation includes 40 sheets of sugar cookie dough, 40 sheets of gingerbread dough, 90 pounds of pastillage, 30 pounds of chocolate, and 50 pounds of royal icing.
- Over 142,425 holiday lights decorate the trees, garlands, wreaths, and displays in the White House.
- 72 classic wreaths adorn the north and south facades of the White House.
- It takes over 300 dedicated volunteers from across the country working a full week to decorate the inside and outside of the White House.
Produced in association with SWNS Talker
