Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 2nd, 2008 by KarinaThis evening, the United States Capitol Christmas tree was lit. The tree is a 78-foot Subalpine Fir coming from Montana’s Bitterroot National Forest, decorated with 5,000 ornaments crafted by people from across Montana. The tree uses energy efficient LED lights and when the holiday season ends, the tree’s mulch will be used on the Capitol grounds.