Name/Title
2017 Annual White House Christmas OrnamentEntry/Object ID
2015.4.155Description
According to the White House historical Association, "The ornament was designed using elements unique to the life and legacy of President Roosevelt. The eagle cartouche emblazoned on the speaker’s stand at President Roosevelt’s first inauguration is the inspiration for the main element of the 2017 ornament. The two flags below have forty-eight stars each, representing the number of states in the union during Roosevelt’s four terms. The shape of the ornament is reminiscent of the silhouette of a tabletop radio – similar to those many Americans had in their homes and used to listen to the president’s reassuring Fireside Chats. Roosevelt’s beloved Fala is pictured on the back of the ornament, sitting next to a festive Christmas tree and presents. A white leaf motif accenting the ornament edges is based on exterior stone molding that adorning the White House north entrance. Four stars toward the top of the ornament represent Roosevelt’s historic four terms as president and the chevron border recalls the design of a card case he carried while serving in office."
A small 10-page booklet telling about Franklin rossevelt's Presidency is included. The front of the box is navy blue, and features an image of the ornament, with the words "White House Historical Association" in buttercreme yellow above the image. the words "Christmas Ornament 2017" are also in buttercreme yellow below the image. The back of the box is also navy blue, with a sketch of the white House in white above the words "White House Historical Assoication" and "WhiteHouseHistory.org 1-800-555-2451" in white below the image. a small white rectanlge hows the bar code. The words "Made in USA" are in white just below the bar code.Collection
ScarmuzziAcquisition
Accession
2015.4.0Source or Donor
Patricia A. ScarmuzziAcquisition Method
Gift