US President Donald Trump, right, and First Lady Melania Trump arrive for the National Thanksgiving Turkey pardon ceremony in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. (Jim Lo Scalzo/EPA/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
The White House has 51 Christmas trees and 75 of Mrs. Trump’s signature Christmas wreaths. The wreaths have classic red bows, and hang outside the windows of the White House.
"The saying ‘Home is Where the Heart is’ resonates deeply with me, especially as I navigate the joys, challenges, and frequent motion that comes with motherhood and business," the first lady told Fox News Digital. "The constant movement has taught me that home is not merely a physical space; rather, it is the warmth and comfort I carry within, regardless of my surroundings."
"This Christmas, let’s celebrate the love we hold within ourselves and share it with the world around us," she continued. "After all, wherever we are, we can create a home filled with grace, radiance, and endless possibilities."
The Green Room’s theme is "Home is Where the Heart Is: Family Fun." The room highlights America’s favorite games and activities, with playing cards; Lego portraits of President Trump and President George Washington; dominoes and more. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks)
In the Blue Room, the theme "Home is Where the Heart Is: Where Strength and Sacrifice Meets Home." Decor honors the "beauty, unity, and sacrifices made by Gold Star families on behalf of the United States of America.
White House staff and volunteers decorate for Christmas, Sunday, November 30, 2025. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks)
"Fostering the Future is a mission the first lady cares about deeply. As we began discussing Christmas decorations, the butterfly emerged as a prominent theme, as it symbolizes renewal, resilience, and new beginnings for the foster care community," Herve Pierre, who is Melania Trump's "creative artist," told Fox News Digital. "It was clear that the blue butterfly was the perfect choice to fulfill Mrs. Trump's creative vision for her Christmas themed Be Best Room."
Pierre has overseen the implementation of her creative vision.
White House staff and volunteers decorate for Christmas, Sunday, November 30, 2025. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks)
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In the room is a gingerbread house showcasing the south portico of the White House. The gingerbread house offers a "unique glimpse into the yellow oval in the private residence of the White House."
The gingerbread house is made of 120 pounds of gingerbread dough, 100 pounds of pastillage dough, more than 10 pounds of chocolate, nearly 80 pounds of royal icing and five pounds of isomalt sugar.
And in the White House’s Grand Foyer and Cross Hall, the first lady highlighted a space as one "Where Love Blooms."
The decor highlights "the love that blooms in our homes, families and communities," the White House said.
President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump during the first Trump administration at Christmas time.
The spaces feature a forest of 28 trees in burgundy and gold, decorated with foliage, ribbon, ornaments, and taper candles. The planters are filled with amaryllis, which the White House said represents strength and love—especially around the holidays.
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A portion of the White House creche, or nativity scene, is featured in the grand foyer, but the White House said it is undergoing "a much-needed restoration overseen by the White House curators."
The White House will reopen its doors for public Christmas tours on Dec. 2. The tours will feature the White House Christmas decorations on the state floor, and will give visitors the opportunity to "enjoy the beloved annual tradition that transforms the White House into a festive reflection of the spirit, warmth, faith, and hope of the holiday season."
Brooke Singman is a political correspondent and reporter for Fox News Digital, Fox News Channel and FOX Business.
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