Christmas at the White House, 1981
This is the annual "Christmas at the White House" pamphlet from 1981. The pamphlet is given out every year so guests can read about the year's decorations, performers, and how to make holiday crafts or recipes. In 1981, guests during the Christmas season could expect to see the White House adorned with decorations including a Victorian doll house, the annual White House gingerbread house, an 18th century crèche, and the Blue Room Christmas tree, and enjoy performances of Christmas songs by a variety of choirs.
This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for White House events from 1979 to 2004.