The history of the holiday. Includes recipes, crafts, and decorating tips.

Learn the origins of Christmas and facts about favorite Christmas traditions and symbols.

Provides a detailed overview of the holiday from the fourth century through the modern age. Includes links to related topics.

Traces Christian observances back to their fourth century roots. Also explains how St. Nicholas became a part of the observance. From CNN.

Display illustrates the Christmas story in a 3 dimensional reproduction of the environs of Bethlehem. Located in Einsiedeln, Switzerland.

Historian Maria Hubert presents excerpts from her books and collected writings, photographs, and artwork.

A look at some Christmas traditions, how they started, and how they influence present day observances.

1906 essay that examines the child labor involved in preparing and delivering a gift.

Traces the celebration back to its origins. From the publishers of World Book Encyclopedia.

Information on how the Puritains first resisted Christmas, and then were drawn into the holiday as immigrants moved into Massachusetts.

Stereoscopic photos published from 1897 to 1903 showing Santa Claus, decorations, and children playing with their toys and having holiday parties.

Provides information, and history on this event.