Kennedy’s Nutcracker White House Christmas Tree

Imagine stepping into the White House in 1961—holiday lights glowing, the room hushed

in that cozy winter way, and a Christmas tree that feels less like decoration

and more like a story you can walk into. That year, President Kennedy

and Jackie helped introduce something that would become a beloved tradition: a themed White House

Christmas tree. The inspiration was the Nutcracker Suite—and you can see it in every

little detail. Ribbon draped through the branches like a ballet stage curtain. Ornaments that feel

handcrafted and playful. Gingerbread cookies, tiny toys, candy canes,

and whimsical treasures tucked in everywhere you look—like the tree is inviting you to slow down