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From the Archives: The White House of Christmas Past

Summary: 
A look back at some of our favorite moments from recent holidays at the White House

Unlike the Ghost of Christmas Past, the White House of Christmas Past was full of cheer and holiday spirit. Take a look at some of our favorite videos from the last two years highlighting some of the things that make holidays at the White House such an exciting time of year.

A Favorite Holiday Tradition: Building the White House gingerbread house (2009)

Watch a video about the White House gingerbread house here.

Touring the 2009 White House Holiday Decor

Watch a tour of the White House holiday decor here.

Time Lapse: Installing the White House Christmas Tree (2010)

Watch a time lapse video of the official White House Christmas Tree here.

Behind the scenes with volunteers as they decorate for the holidays in 2010

Watch a behind the scenes video of volunteers decorating for the holidays here.