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The History, Traditions & Symbols of Christmas


What are the origins of Christmas and when was Christ actually born? Why is the candy cane associated with the holidays? When was the first Christmas card sent? Who is Santa Claus? Why is Santa's sleigh pulled by reindeer and where did we get their names? How did the custom of Christmas trees begin? Why do we kiss under the mistletoe? Do we really have Montgomery Wards to thank for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer? Discover the facts, myths and theories behind many of the popular customs and symbols associated with the Christmas holiday.


The Origins of Christmas Origins of Christmas »
Discover the history and theories behind a holiday now celebrated around the world.
The History of Christmas Trees Christmas Trees »
Learn how Germany, Martin Luther and Prince Albert helped bring us the Christmas tree.
The History of Santa Claus Santa Claus »
St. Nicholas, Sinterklaas, Santa... trace the history of this beloved Christmas figure.
The History of Holly and Ivy Holly & Ivy »
Follow holly and ivy from ancient winter solstice celebrations to today's Christmas decor.
The History of Santa's Reindeer Santa's Reindeer »
Magical goats, the god of thunder and Washington Irving... fun reindeer facts and theories.
The History of Mistletoe Mistletoe »
Druid priests, Norse mythology, kissing balls and other interesting mistletoe facts and legends.
The History of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer »
Robert May creates one of our favorite Christmas characters.
The History of the Poinsettia Poinsettias »
U.S. ambassador to Mexico Joel R. Poinsett introduces the "Flower of the Holy Night" to America.
The History of the Candy Cane The Candy Cane »
Contrary to many popular urban legends, the candy cane was not created as a religious symbol.
The History of the word Xmas Xmas »
Despite being frequently maligned, "Xmas" does not remove the "Christ" from Christmas.
The History of Christmas Cards Christmas Cards »
Short on time to write personal greetings, England's Henry Cole creates the first Christmas card.
The History of Hanukkah Hanukkah »
Learn the origins of this religious celebration which occurs each year around the Christmas holidays.
The History of Christmas Stockings Christmas Stockings »
Hung by children the world over, learn how the custom of hanging Christmas stockings came to be.
The History of Kwanzaa Kwanzaa »
Discover the history, meaning, rituals and symbols behind this African-American holiday.



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