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First Lady Melania Trump chose the White House’s Christmas decorations and theme, “Home is Where the Heart Is,” to commemorate the holiday season. This is the fifth time Trump has been able to adorn 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue for the holidays.
The first lady’s decorations this year show the American spirit of “generosity, patriotism, and gratitude.”
This year, Trump has decorated the White House with over 25,000 feet of ribbon, over 2,000 strands of light, over 120 pounds of gingerbread, over 2,800 gold stars, over 10,000 blue butterflies, and over 700 feet of garland.
“Every detail of the 2025 White House Christmas decorations was personally selected by Mrs. Trump to honor the heart of America and the theme ‘Home Is Where The Heart Is,’” the White House told Fox News Digital.
The White House has 51 Christmas trees and 75 of Trump’s signature Christmas wreaths. The wreaths have classic red bows and hang outside the windows of the White House.
“The saying ‘Home is Where the Heart is’ resonates deeply with me, especially as I navigate the joys, challenges, and frequent motion that comes with motherhood and business,” the first lady told Fox News Digital. “The constant movement has taught me that home is not merely a physical space; rather, it is the warmth and comfort I carry within, regardless of my surroundings.”
“This Christmas, let’s celebrate the love we hold within ourselves and share it with the world around us,” she continued. “After all, wherever we are, we can create a home filled with grace, radiance, and endless possibilities.”
The theme in the East Room is “Home is Where the Heart Is: America, Our Home.”
The room is filled with patriotic decorations to celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The decor is red, white, and blue, along with national symbols including eagles, the Great Seal, roses, and oak.
There are 56 eagle ornaments on the trees, one for each state and territory, and 250 stars to mark the birthday of the United States.
“We are deeply honored that America250 is represented in this year’s White House holiday celebration,” an America250 spokesman told Fox News Digital. “The decor and concept of the East Room highlights ‘America, Our Home,’ beautifully reflecting the spirit of unity, hope, and shared purpose that defines our nation.”
“As we enter a truly historic year leading up to America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, this holiday season offers an opportunity to reflect on what connects us as Americans,” the spokesman continued. “It’s also a moment to look ahead with excitement—to the many ways we’ll come together in the year ahead to honor our past, celebrate our present, and imagine our collective future.”
There are 420 strands of bulbs, or 21,000 individual lights, and 3,000 feet of ribbon on the Blue Room tree alone. It is an 18-foot noncolor fir from Sidney, Michigan. That is the White House’s official Christmas tree.
The Red Room is all about the first lady’s “Fostering the Future” campaign to help foster kids. There are more than 10,000 butterflies in the room’s design, which is a symbol of “transformation and the hope that every child will have the chance to grow into their full potential.”
“Fostering the Future is a mission the first lady cares about deeply. As we began discussing Christmas decorations, the butterfly emerged as a prominent theme, as it symbolizes renewal, resilience, and new beginnings for the foster care community,” said Herve Pierre, who is Melania Trump’s “creative artist.”
Many on social media have noted the massive differences between the White House under Melania Trump compared to last year under former First Lady Jill Biden:
