Grand Exit from the White House_AIE

Celebrations & Events

A White House Traditional Christmas

December 21, 2017 /

We were lucky to get tickets through a good friend to viisit the White House at Christmas time. Most of these East Wing Rooms are available to the public for viewing.

White House Gardens from inside on AIE — White House Gardens from inside

White Tree Walkway_AIE — White Tree Walkway

The East Wing Movie Theater_AIE — The East Wing Movie Theater

Viewing Past Presidential Christmas Cards_AIE — Viewing Past Presidential Christmas Cards

Favorite White House Christmas Card_AIE — This one is my favorite because it was so unusual

The Library and Book Tree_AIE — The Library and Book Tree

The Vermeil Room_AIE — The Vermeil Room

The China Room_AIE — The China Room

The East Room_AIE — The East Room

Beautiful Italianate Nativity Scene_AIE — Beautiful Italianate Nativity Scene

Detailed Molding_AIE — Detailed Molding

Famous Portraits George Washington by Gilbert Stuart and Teddy Roosevelt_AIE — Famous Portraits George Washington by Gilbert Stuart and Teddy Roosevelt

Glimpse into The Green Room_AIE — Glimpse into The Green Room

The Green Room_AIE — The Green Room

White House Window Silhouette Detail_AIE — White House Window Silhouette Detail

Another Green Room View_AIE — Another Green Room View

The Blue Room_AIE — The Blue Room

The Red Room_AIE — The Red Room

The Candy Table in the Red Room_AIE — The Candy Table in the Red Room

Red Room Detail_AIE — Red Room Detail

Another Red Room View_AIE — Another Red Room View

State Dining Room_AIE — State Dining Room

The White House Gingerbread House_AIE — The White House Gingerbread House

The State Room Details_AIE — The State Room Details

Full State Room_AIE — Full State Room

Ornate Ceiling and Detailed Molding_AIE — Ornate Ceiling & Detailed Molding

Pensive JFK Portrait_AIE — Pensive JFK Portrait

Gorgeous Mahogany Doors_AIE — Gorgeous Mahogany Doors

Reagan's Portrait directly across from JFK's_AIE — Reagan’s Portrait directly across from JFK’s

The Grand Foyer_AIE — The Grand Foyer

Frosted Trees in the Grand Foyer_AIE — Frosted Trees in the Grand Foyer

View through to the Nativity Scene_AIE — View through to the Nativity Scene

Our Group under the Presidential Seal_AIE — Our Group under the Presidential Seal

Piano Player in the corner_AIE — The piano player in the corner’s music filled the hall

Stairs to the residential quarters_AIE — Stairs to the residential quarters

Grand Exit from the White House_AIE — Grand Exit

Our Flag Flies on top of The White House_AIE — Our Flag Flies on top

Click here to view behind the scene images from The White House.

Along with the tour came a wonderfully illustrated guidebook by Jim Starr, who I was grateful they gave credit to. The illustrations show The President and First Lady’s son Barron being delited by all the festive deorations and heading up the residential staircase at the end. Included in the booklet is a recipe for Peppermint Bark and craft instructions for how to make your own silhouette.

Illustrated Guide_AIE — Illustrated Guide

Barron depicted_AIE — Barron depicted

It is truly a beautiful White House Christmas display with time-honored traditions that definitely puts you in the Christmas spirit.

We purchased two ornaments to help preserve the memories of this special holiday event.

Presidential 2017 Ornament_AIE — Presidential 2017 Ornament

Exclusive ornament that you can only purchase at The White House_AIE — Exclusive ornament that you can only purchase at The White House

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and all the joy of this holiday season.

Click here for previous Christmas posts.

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I'm an artist, wife and mother of two boys. I started my illustration business, The Occasional Palette over 35 years ago, when my oldest son was an infant. Once my children were in school, I began painting decorative, faux finishes and murals through my second business, Casart, now over 30 years old. My third business, Casart Coverings, is a springboard from my second. Click on the link on the sidebar to see innovative, custom, designer wallcovering, removable and reusable wallpaper and coordinating decor.