Melania Trump On Monday, she unveiled her family’s holiday decorations for their first Christmas back at the White House, with her theme being “Home is where the heart is.”
Decoration also pays homage to next year 250th anniversary 1776 Signing of the Declaration of Independence and creation of the United States of America.
Dozens of decorating volunteers from across the country decorated the halls of the Executive Mansion with 75 garlands, 51 Christmas trees, more than 700 feet (213 meters) of garland, more than 2,000 string lights, more than 25,000 feet (7,620 meters) of ribbon, more than 2,800 gold stars, more than 10,000 butterflies and 120 pounds (54 meters) of weights. kg) gingerbread.
Some things are different because President Donald Trump dismantles East Wing To build the ballroom he had always wanted.
This year, The official White House Christmas tree, always The piece on display in the Blue Room also pays tribute to Gold Star families, those who have lost a member while serving in the active duty military.
That tree is a fixture of the East Wing and the first tree visitors encounter after entering these doors, but the building and the covered walkway, or colonnade, that connects it to the White House are Destroyed by Trump in October as part of his ballroom program.
Public tours, suspended due to construction, will resume Tuesday with shorter tours limited to the State Floor, which includes the East Room; the Green, Blue and Red Rooms; the State Dining Room; the Cross Room; and the Lobby.
Due to construction, the library on the first floor (one floor below the state floor) as well as the Vermeil and Porcelain Rooms were cut off from the tour route.
The White House expects tens of thousands of visitors before Christmas for holiday tours, receptions and parties. Visitors will now use a new semi-permanent walkway and entrance to enter through the North Porch Door on Pennsylvania Avenue.
The White House issued a statement saying that Christmas is a time to celebrate America’s uniqueness. While every family has its own traditions, shared values unite Americans.
“In every community, we are inspired by simple acts of kindness that reflect America’s enduring spirit of generosity, patriotism and gratitude,” the statement said. “These moments remind us that America’s heart is strong, and home is where the heart is.”
Holiday planning begins months in advance, and the White House says Melania Trump chose every detail of the decor.
The trees in the East Room are decorated in patriotic red, white and blue and national symbols, including a golden eagle tree top, to highlight the upcoming U.S. 250th anniversary celebrations.
The official White House Christmas tree in the Blue Room is decorated with gold stars to honor families who have lost their lives while serving in the military. Traditionally, an official tree identifies each state and territory, and this year’s fir is decorated with ornaments showcasing each state and territory’s official bird and flower.
The Green Room celebrates family fun and features large portraits of first President George Washington and current President Donald Trump, each made from more than 6,000 pieces of material Lego puzzle.
Thousands of blue butterflies decorate the Red Room and its tree to celebrate youth and pay tribute to Melania Trump Promote future initiatives this is part of her do your best Child-centred initiative supporting those in foster care.
The Gingerbread White House display in the State Dining Room is a holiday highlight, showcasing the residence’s south porch and providing a special glimpse into the Yellow Oval Room, a second-floor living room off the Truman Balcony, the president’s private sitting area.
It is made with 120 pounds (54 kilograms) of gingerbread, 100 pounds (45 kilograms) of fondant (a sugar-based modeling paste); more than 10 pounds (4.5 kilograms) of chocolate and 5 pounds (2.2 kilograms) of royal icing.
Part of the White House Nursery is on display in the lobby, and the remainder is undergoing restoration under the supervision of the Office of the Curator.
Much of the tree trimming and hall decorating work was completed after the Trump family traveled to their Florida home early last week for the Thanksgiving holiday. They returned to the White House on Sunday.