Explore how evergreens shaped winter rituals and how the Christmas tree evolved through culture, religion, and modern ...

What began as evergreen worship in pre-Christian cultures evolved through German traditions, British royal influence, and ...

Three different theories trace the Christmas tree back to the 1400s or 1500s. Two others go even further back.

The romantic tradition of kissing under mistletoes is said to have emerged in England during the 18th century. The earliest known published reference appears in an 18th century song, in which three ...

So why has this tradition lasted? Probably because it hits the perfect holiday sweet spot: a little awkward, a little ...

How did decorated trees, cut-out cookies and stockings by the fireplace become Christmas symbols? Christmas symbols we all ...

How mistletoe became Oklahoma's official "floral emblem" is a tale worthy of Charles Dickens, "A Christmas Carol" of life and death on the prairie.

From robin redbreasts to holly, mistletoe to wreaths, it’s a time to embrace our native species and to enjoy all the stories, myths and tales us humans have woven around them. Does your local area or ...

For more than 70 years, the greatest musicians in the world have been recording Christmas songs. Here are our picks for the ...

The 40th annual St. Francis Festival of Trees, presented by Bon Secours St. Francis, will dazzle visitors at two Downtown ...

With its glossy green foliage and radiant red berries, holly is one of Ireland's most familiar and easily recognisable native ...

Aside from Easter, Christmas is perhaps Christianity’s most sacred date. As a celebration of Christ’s birth, the holiday is ...