2023 White House Holiday Theme: The “Magic, Wonder, and Joy” of the Holidays
“The 2023 White House holiday 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 holidays,” the President and First Lady wrote in a welcome letter at the beginning of the commemorative 2023 White House Holiday Guide.
“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,” the First Lady and President continued. “We hope you enjoy the holidays at the White House —’The People’s House,’ your house. May the memories made here remind us all of the blessing that is our Nation.”
2023 White House Holidays by the 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.
– Seventy-two 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.
[Photo Credit: Chris Kleponis/CNP/startraksphoto.com]
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