Camera on Washington
The Trees of Christmas
Each December, some of the country's most famous
Christmas trees shine brightly in the Nation's Capitol. From the National Tree on the Ellipse, between
the White House and the Washington Monument, to the tree on the west front of the U.S.
Capitol Building, and the Smithsonian's Trees of Christmas, here are the lights of the
holiday season.
The National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse. Located across from the White House, this
is the tree that is traditionally lit by the First Family.
(Photo 91-19809 by Richard Strauss)
Two views of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. Located on the west front of
the Capitol viewed from the National Mall it can be seen from as far away as the Washington
Monument(Photos 93-1625 and 93-16251 by Jeff Tinsley).
Left, a "tree" made of red and white poinsettias at the Smithsonian's National Air
and Space Museum.
(Photo by Mark Avino)
Right, one of the many decorated trees in the Smithsonian's National
Museum of American History during the holiday season.
(Photo by Eric Long)
Left, one of the many beautiful trees which decorate Smithsonian
buildings during the holiday season.
(Photo by Jeff Tinsley and Richard Strauss)
Seasons Greetings From the
Office of Printing and Photographic Services.
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