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- Hallmark Plans-a-Party "First Thanksgiving" Pop-up Decoration, 1963-1966 - Festive holiday paper decorations have been available from card, stationery, and paper companies for some time. Beginning in 1960, Hallmark sold coordinated paper party goods under its "Plans-a-Party" line. Holiday party planners could purchase invitations, napkins, placemats, and home decorations like this " First Thanksgiving " holiday pop-up centerpiece.
- 1963-1966
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark Plans-a-Party "First Thanksgiving" Pop-up Decoration, 1963-1966
Festive holiday paper decorations have been available from card, stationery, and paper companies for some time. Beginning in 1960, Hallmark sold coordinated paper party goods under its "Plans-a-Party" line. Holiday party planners could purchase invitations, napkins, placemats, and home decorations like this " First Thanksgiving " holiday pop-up centerpiece.
- Hallmark "Santa's Work Shoppe" Pop-up Decoration, 1968-1972 - Festive holiday paper decorations have been available from card, stationery, and paper companies for some time. In the 1960s, Hallmark sold coordinated paper party goods, which included invitations, napkins, placemats, and home decorations. Party planners could also purchase this "Santa's Work Shoppe" holiday pop-up table centerpiece.
- 1968-1972
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Santa's Work Shoppe" Pop-up Decoration, 1968-1972
Festive holiday paper decorations have been available from card, stationery, and paper companies for some time. In the 1960s, Hallmark sold coordinated paper party goods, which included invitations, napkins, placemats, and home decorations. Party planners could also purchase this "Santa's Work Shoppe" holiday pop-up table centerpiece.
- Three People at a New Year's Eve Party, 1995-2005 - New Year's Eve formally marks the end of one calendar year and the beginning of another. For many holiday revelers, the celebration is an expression of hope for a new beginning. Festivities can range from quiet to raucous, from small, intimate gatherings to huge public affairs -- or somewhere in between.
- 1995-2005
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Three People at a New Year's Eve Party, 1995-2005
New Year's Eve formally marks the end of one calendar year and the beginning of another. For many holiday revelers, the celebration is an expression of hope for a new beginning. Festivities can range from quiet to raucous, from small, intimate gatherings to huge public affairs -- or somewhere in between.
- Hallmark "Holiday Decorator" Christmas Ornament, 1998 - Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- 1998
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Hallmark "Holiday Decorator" Christmas Ornament, 1998
Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- "Merry Christmas from the Four of Us," circa 1950 - Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like <em>The Polar Express</em> reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- circa 1950
- Collections - Artifact
"Merry Christmas from the Four of Us," circa 1950
Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like The Polar Express reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- Train Passing Farm in Winter, "With Best Wishes for Christmas and the New Year," 1952 - Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like <em>The Polar Express</em> reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- 1952
- Collections - Artifact
Train Passing Farm in Winter, "With Best Wishes for Christmas and the New Year," 1952
Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like The Polar Express reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- "Greetings Coming with Loads of Happiness," 1944 - Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like <em>The Polar Express</em> reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- 1944
- Collections - Artifact
"Greetings Coming with Loads of Happiness," 1944
Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like The Polar Express reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- "Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for a Happy New Year," 1948 - Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like <em>The Polar Express</em> reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- 1948
- Collections - Artifact
"Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for a Happy New Year," 1948
Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like The Polar Express reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- "Christmas Greetings...," 1951 - Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like <em>The Polar Express</em> reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- 1951
- Collections - Artifact
"Christmas Greetings...," 1951
Railroads found a place in American traditions surrounding the holiday season. Trains became synonymous with trips to visit loved ones, and electric train sets became staples under the Christmas tree as decorations and gifts. More recently, movies like The Polar Express reinforced the connection. This holiday greeting card embraced the longstanding ties between yuletide and railroading.
- "Las Posadas" Holiday Ornament, 2004 - This ornament showcases many traditional elements of Las Posadas – a nine-day celebration in December commemorating Mary and Joseph's search for shelter in Bethlehem. Participants go from door to door, often carrying candles and asking for entry. After many attempts, they eventually are welcomed in. This ornament also features poinsettias – native Mexican plants synonymous with the holiday season.
- 2004
- Collections - Artifact
"Las Posadas" Holiday Ornament, 2004
This ornament showcases many traditional elements of Las Posadas – a nine-day celebration in December commemorating Mary and Joseph's search for shelter in Bethlehem. Participants go from door to door, often carrying candles and asking for entry. After many attempts, they eventually are welcomed in. This ornament also features poinsettias – native Mexican plants synonymous with the holiday season.