Special Exhibit
An American Christmas
Explore 26 beautifully decorated trees, each reflecting a defining era of American history from the 1770s to today. Lights, ornaments, and symbols bring the nation’s journey and culture to life in this festive exhibit.
November 14, 2026 - January 3, 2027
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum
Included with Museum admission
About The Exhibit
An American Christmas is back!
Walk Through Time: Christmas Trees That Tell America’s Story
Explore 26 dazzling trees at the Reagan Library—each one styled to reflect a different decade of America’s history—bringing our nation’s history to life in festive color and holiday cheer.
History lesson or work of art?
Each tree is a treasure trove filled with history, popular culture, sports and more.
We honor our fallen
Our Gold Star Family Memorial Tree honors the courage, sacrifice, and enduring love of Gold Star families. Ask our front desk how you can add your loved one to the tree.
Totally ’80s: From Reagan to Rubik’s—this tree is rad to the core
Flashback to the ’80s! From President Reagan’s two terms in office to neon, nostalgia, and pop-culture icons, this tree is sure to bring back memories.
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An American Christmas is back!
Wrap up America’s 250th Celebration with our An American Christmas display. Guests will enjoy a tour through our winter wonderland featuring 26 trees decorated to celebrate the defining moments of America’s road to greatness, from the Revolutionary Era to today. Each tree reflects the life and times of American society and culture during each decade between 1770 and 2020 and beyond, thus tracing the evolution of America.
Come have your holiday card or family photo taken with Santa in our exhibition! Santa will be visiting the exhibition between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Visit ReaganLibrary.com/Trees for the days and hours he’ll be with us!
Also on display will be a collection of beautiful hand-crafted Menorahs that were given to President Reagan while in office.
Come meet Santa and take your family photo!
Santa will be taking a break from making toys to be in our An American Christmas exhibition on these dates/times:
Friday, November 27: 10:30am – 4:00pm
Saturday, November 28: 10:30am – 4:00pm
Sunday, November 29: 10:30am – 4:00pm
Friday, December 4: 10:30am – 3:00pm
Sunday, December 6: 10:30am – 4:00pm
Friday, December 11: 10:30am – 4:00pm
Saturday, December 12: 10:30am – 4:00pm
Sunday, December 13: 10:30am – 4:00pm
DAILY, Thursday, December 17 through Wednesday, December 23: 10:30am – 4:00pm
Thursday, December 24: 10:30am – 2:30pm
Admission prices to the Reagan Library include entry into both the Princess Diana and An American Christmas special exhibitions.
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Plan Your Visit
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum
Hours
Mon – Sun: 10am - 5pm
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
