There's a place for elaborate garlands, flameless candles, and feathery plumes protruding from Christmas trees. But, sometimes, the holiday season calls for simple, old-fashioned decorating. Think ...

A brief history of the holiday. The first time the birth of Jesus Christ was attributed to the date December 25 was in the 4th century, according to early Roman history. Early cel ...

From setting out cookies and milk for Santa Claus to wearing ugly Christmas sweaters, Americans have many holiday traditions. One evolving holiday tradition, which dates back nearly 140 years, is ...

From popcorn string to multicolored Christmas lights and your childhood stocking, it seems like we've been decorating for the Christmas season forever. But just why do we decorate for Christmas? These ...

We all have our favorite holiday traditions from decking our hallways with Christmas decorations to the annual viewing of A Charlie Brown Christmas. But when did these traditions start? Who was the ...

Holidays bring families together, and with them come menus filled with special foods. Many of these dishes have been passed ...

Christmas stockings are a cherished tradition. They're hung on fireplace mantles, stair banisters or the foot of the bed. Some are handmade, store-bought or treasured heirlooms. Regardless of where ...

The famous words "'Twas the night before Christmas" shaped the holiday by popularizing stockings, reindeer, and even Santa Claus. But the classic poem also sparked a centuries-long controversy. Now, ...

Presidents past and present have displayed breathtaking Christmas trees at the White House. Former President Benjamin Harrison is credited by the White House Historical Association as the first to ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The 12 Days of Christmas is a tradition most people know -- even if it's just part of the lyrics to the beloved song. But how much do we really know about it? Let's connect the dots.

Opening presents while spending time with loved ones has been part of many families' traditions on Christmas Day for generations. So has watching basketball. While families around the world eagerly ...