Model trains in The White House this holiday season

Model trains in The White House this holiday season

By Rene Schweitzer | November 29, 2023

For the first time in many years, model trains are in The White House this Christmas. In a press release from The White House, First Lady Jill Biden announces the 2023 holiday theme, “The Magic, Wonder, and Joy of the holidays.”

“In this season of reflection and goodwill, we hope you will embrace your inner child and delight in simply being present with those you love,” said the First Lady and the President.

The Blue Room showcases the official White House Christmas tree, this year an 18 1/2 foot tall Fraser Fir. Under the train runs an LGB train set. The set is on loan from the Train Collector’s Association.

Photo of engineer’s side of large scale Forney 0-4-4RT steam locomotive painted black with gold graphics on white background.
A smaller LGB (Märklin Inc.) steam locomotive similar to this one circles The White House Christmas tree this year.

More than 300 volunteers helped with the holiday decorations in The White House this year. Read more in the full press release: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/11/27/first-lady-jill-biden-announces-2023-white-house-holiday-themethe-magic-wonder-and-joy-of-the-holidays/

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