The Christmas tree, an integral part of contemporary holiday festivities, has a rich history that dates back long before the 19th century and Queen Victoria's influence. Born on 24 May 1819 ...

In 1846, Victoria and her German husband, Prince Albert, put up a Xmas tree. They decorated it with toys, candy, popcorn, and cakes. Once word spread, the popularity of Christmas trees took off.

Meanwhile, in 1841, Queen Victoria’s husband, Albert, had introduced Britain to the Teutonic tannenbaum—the Christmas tree—and the idea spread. In the States, President Franklin Pierce put ...

Mardi Gras trees are exactly what you think they are: A Christmas tree decked out with Mardi Gras decorations. The exact history of the origin of Mardi Gras trees is a little fuzzy. Jeff Campbell ...

In 1848 the Illustrated London News published a drawing of the royal family celebrating around a decorated Christmas tree, a tradition that was reminiscent of Prince Albert's childhood in Germany.

Every spring, as Vermont’s soil thaws and before the leaves emerge, I join a tradition that spans over a century in our state ...

The Christmas tree crayfish, which also has red bands on its body, is named for similar reasons. Bright colours are also responsible for the English name of the Rautini, also known as the Chatham ...

LANSING, MI – The search is on for Michigan’s official Christmas tree. The tree will grace the Capitol grounds during the 2025 holiday season and serve as a fixture of downtown Lansing’s holiday ...

You can find affordable fresh Christmas trees by focusing on smaller ones and different varieties – or, invest in an artificial tree that will last for years. In some cases, buying from a tree ...