Question

america is my home to a national christmas tree the tree is traditionally lit by who ?

Answer 1

The answer is the President of the United States.

The National Christmas Tree is a big size evergreen tree present in one of the quadrants of The Ellipse that is situated close to the White House in Washington DC. Since 1923, this tree has been honored and decorated as a Christmas tree every year. The lighting up takes place in early December by the President of the United States. This is followed by a formal remark during the lighting ceremony.

Answer 2

The National Christmas Tree is traditionally lit by the President of the United States.

The National Christmas Tree is located in the northeast quadrant of The Ellipse near the White House. It is a large evergreen tree. The tradition of lighting the tree started in 1923 when President Coolidge lit a 48 foot Balsam Fir from Vermont. It was decorated with 2,500 electric bulbs in red, white and green. Every year the President of the United States lights the National Christmas Tree in December. The event marks the beginning of month-long festivities known as the Pageant of Peace.