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In what year did the United States Congress declare Christmas a federal holiday?

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The U.S. Congress declared Christmas a federal holiday in 1870.

onSeptember 2, 2008

Christmas Trivia

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The creche is found in many homes during the Christmas season. What is the creche commonly referred to as?

The creche is found in many homes during the Christmas season. What is the creche commonly referred to as?

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Who was the first U.S. President to decorate a Christmas tree in the White House?

Who was the first U.S. President to decorate a Christmas tree in the White House?

onSeptember 5, 2008

In 1822, a postmaster in Washington D.C. limited by law the number of Christmas cards a person could send. Why was this law passed?

In 1822, a postmaster in Washington D.C. limited by law the number of Christmas cards a person could send. Why was this law passed?