The First Time The White House Sparkled
Light up your tree with history! This beautiful 2005 White House Christmas Ornament commemorates the very first Christmas lights at the White House during the Rutherford B. Hayes era.
Issued by the White House Historical Association, this annual edition features a hand-painted scene of the White House grounds illuminated for the holidays, inspired by the historic moment in 1880 when President Hayes and his family celebrated with the first electric Christmas lights.
The soft, glowing painting captures the magic of that first lit-up White House Christmas — a true piece of holiday history.
Details:
Year: 2005 - Honoring First White House Christmas Lights - Rutherford B. Hayes Era
Design: Painting of the White House grounds with historic Christmas lighting
Issued By: The White House Historical Association - Official Annual Ornament
Material: Brass with 24k gold finish and detailed enamel painting
Condition: [Add your condition - e.g., Pristine with original box, brochure, and felt pouch]
Perfect for: White House ornament collectors, Christmas light collectors, Hayes history fans, electric Christmas history, warm white Christmas decor
One of the most beautiful and nostalgic ornaments in the entire White House series. A must-have for anyone who loves the story behind Christmas traditions.
Bring home the light that started it all — add this luminous collectible to your tree!
The First Time The White House Sparkled
Light up your tree with history! This beautiful 2005 White House Christmas Ornament commemorates the very first Christmas lights at the White House during the Rutherford B. Hayes era.
Issued by the White House Historical Association, this annual edition features a hand-painted scene of the White House grounds illuminated for the holidays, inspired by the historic moment in 1880 when President Hayes and his family celebrated with the first electric Christmas lights.
The soft, glowing painting captures the magic of that first lit-up White House Christmas — a true piece of holiday history.
Details:
Year: 2005 - Honoring First White House Christmas Lights - Rutherford B. Hayes Era
Design: Painting of the White House grounds with historic Christmas lighting
Issued By: The White House Historical Association - Official Annual Ornament
Material: Brass with 24k gold finish and detailed enamel painting
Condition: [Add your condition - e.g., Pristine with original box, brochure, and felt pouch]
Perfect for: White House ornament collectors, Christmas light collectors, Hayes history fans, electric Christmas history, warm white Christmas decor
One of the most beautiful and nostalgic ornaments in the entire White House series. A must-have for anyone who loves the story behind Christmas traditions.
Bring home the light that started it all — add this luminous collectible to your tree!
