Lego portraits of George Washington and Donald Trump are in the Green Room, which is decorated as a game room.
WASHINGTON – Christmas decorations at the White House, selected by first lady Melania Trump, aim to reflect the American spirit of generosity, patriotism and gratitude under the theme “Home is Where the Heart Is.”
George Washington and President Donald Trump have Lego portraits in the Green Room, which has been decorated as a game room with dominoes and other entertainment.
White House Christmas tree arrives on horse-drawn carriage
First Lady Melania Trump received the White House Christmas tree on a horse drawn-carriage.
The iconic White House gingerbread house in the State Dining Room showcases the South Portico and offers a unique glimpse into the Yellow Oval room in the private residence as it is furnished today. The replica was built from 120 pounds of gingerbread.
“It is edible, but you cannot take a piece with you,” said Nick Clemens, a spokesperson for the first lady.
Public tours arranged through congressional offices begin Dec. 2. The White House expects tens of thousands of people to view the decorations.
Decorations honor the military and country’s 250th anniversary
The decorations honor military families and highlight the country’s 250th anniversary, which the president is celebrating with a yearlong series of events leading up to July 4, 2026.
Fifty-one trees are placed throughout the White House. The official centerpiece Christmas tree in the Blue Room is from Korson’s Tree Farms in Sidney, Michigan, and is more than 18 feet tall.
The tree, a concolor fir, honors Gold Star Families and features more than 2,800 gold stars, as well as ornaments depicting the official bird and flower from each state and territory to celebrate the hope, courage and steadfast spirit that makes America home.
Melania Trump’s signature Christmas wreaths with red bows hang on the windows of the White House. The 75 wreaths are featured on this year’s Christmas card.
The East Room highlights the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Decorations showcase the patriotic colors of the flag and national symbols in collaboration with America250, the organization Congress charged with organization the anniversary.
Decorations in the room highlight the theme “America, Our Home.” The decor features the flag’s colors and other symbols such as eagles, roses and oak leaves.
Lego puzzles of presidents, butterflies honor foster care children
The Green Room celebrates family fun and features portraits of the first and current presidents, made from Lego puzzles with more than 6,000 pieces each.
The Red Room decor holds more than 10,000 butterflies to illustrate the transformations of young people who represent the nation’s future. The butterflies pay tribute to Melania Trump’s Fostering the Future, a BE BEST initiative to support young people who have been in foster care. Volunteers hand-painted “Be Best” on tree ornaments.
A portion of the White House crèche is featured in the Grand Foyer at the base of a mirror behind the military band playing holiday standards. The crèche features Jesus, Mary and Joseph. White House curators are restoring the rest of the nativity scene.
White House tours pared back after East Wing demolition
White House tours have been pared back after the controversial demolition of the East Wing to make room for construction of a $300 million ballroom, the White House announced Oct. 31.
Visitors will be using an updated route and enter through the North Portico rather than through the East Wing. Unlike past tours, visitors won’t be able to visit the ground floor, which includes the Vermeil Room, the China Room and the library.
Still available for tour will be rooms on the State Floor beginning in the Grand Foyer and moving through the East Room, Green Room, Blue Room, Red Room and State Dining Room before returning to the Entrance Hall.
