Sammarco, Anthony Mitchell
Christmas Traditions in Boston
- ISBN 13:
- 9781635000573
- author:
- Sammarco, Anthony Mitchell
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- America Through Time
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 23.37 x 16.51 x 0.51 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Customs & Traditions
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Christmas Traditions in Boston explores how the city's celebration of Christmas evolved over time. From early Puritan bans to festive traditions like Christmas trees and caroling, this book delves into the history of holiday celebrations in Boston. The story begins with the General Court's 1659 ban on Christmas, which was later repealed in 1681. It wasn't until 1856 that Christmas Day became a state holiday in Massachusetts. The introduction of the Christmas tree by Charles Follen and Louis Prang's colorful Christmas cards played significant roles in shaping Boston's holiday traditions. This book revisits the memories of past celebrations and brings together the shared tradition of how Bostonians observed the holiday season, including iconic displays on Boston Common and in department stores like Jordan Marsh.
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