WASHINGTON — As hard as it is to believe, the holiday season is right around the corner. A fun tradition for many families in the DMV and beyond is buying the annual White House Christmas ornament. For the first time ever in 2023, the ornament is available in 21 Home Depot stores in the District, Maryland and Virginia.
The Official 2023 White House Christmas ornament is a festive holiday wreath, adorned on the front with decorations inspired by the handcrafted Christmas ornaments used in the White House during the Gerald R. Ford Jr., administration. Dozens of dolls, cherubs, doves, stars, flowers, gingerbread men, candles, and pentagon balls, in bright, cheery colors are featured with red ribbons at the bottom bearing the words “Christmas 2023” and “The White House.” On the back of the ornament are emblems related to the life and presidency of Gerald R. Ford.
Home Depot is no stranger to the holiday spirit. They are the No. 1 seller of Christmas trees in the country.
"When we think about where customers can find inspiration for holiday decorations every year, we look no further than the people's house, The White House," said Home Depot spokesperson Heather Kennedy. "We really wanted the opportunity to bring the ornament into stores."
The ornament program was launched in 1981, with proceeds from sales going toward the White House Historical Association, and their mission to protect, preserve, and provide public access to the rich history of America’s Executive Mansion.
The ornaments are on sale now for $24.98 at Home Depot, homedepot.com, and the White House Historical Association's online store.