This close-up photograph of the decorations in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 27, 2023 during a press preview of the White House decor. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "Magic, Wonder, and Joy" as the 2023 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by children and how they embrace and revel in the holiday season. Scenes from Santa’s Workshop filled the State Dining Room. Around Christmas tree, seen here, were workbenches, stools, and ladders for the elves as well as toys and gifts in progress. Life-sized nutcrackers and dancing ballerinas were on display throughout the room, next to the trees and in the window wells. A garland of ribbons and gift tags adorned the mantel, wrapping up the room’s festive décor with a bow.

This photograph of the White House Gingerbread House was taken by David Wiegold on November 27, 2023 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "Magic, Wonder, and Joy" as the 2023 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by children and how they embrace and revel in the holiday season. The 2023 White House Gingerbread House, on display in the State Dining Room, commemorated the 200th anniversary of the publication of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. The display featured a sugar cookie replica of the book and Santa’s sleigh soaring over the White House grounds.

This photograph of the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 27, 2023 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "Magic, Wonder, and Joy" as the 2023 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by children and how they embrace and revel in the holiday season. Scenes from Santa’s Workshop filled the State Dining Room. Around Christmas tree were workbenches, stools, and ladders for the elves as well as toys and gifts in progress. Life-sized nutcrackers and dancing ballerinas were on display throughout the room, next to the trees and in the window wells. A garland of ribbons and gift tags adorned the mantel, wrapping up the room’s festive décor with a bow.

This photograph of the White House Gingerbread House was taken by David Wiegold on November 27, 2023 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "Magic, Wonder, and Joy" as the 2023 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by children and how they embrace and revel in the holiday season. The 2023 White House Gingerbread House, on display in the State Dining Room, commemorated the 200th anniversary of the publication of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. The display featured a sugar cookie replica of the book and Santa’s sleigh soaring over the White House grounds.

This gilded bronze and mirrored plateau or centerpiece was made by the Parisian firm Denière et Matelin circa 1817, during James Monroe's presidency. Elements of the plateau may have been based on designs by the famed French architects Charles Percier and Pierre Fontaine, who completed many commissions for Napoleon. Visitors marveled over the elegant piece, shown here in the White House State Dining Room.

This photograph of the table settings for the State Dinner in held honor of Taoiseach Liam Cosgrave of Ireland and his wife, Vera Cosgrave, was taken on March 17, 1976, by Ricardo Thomas. The table settings include the Lyndon B. Johnson State Service, bronze sculptures, and John F. Kennedy glassware. In the background waiters and butlers from the White House staff make preparations.

This close-up photograph of ornaments in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. Trees were decorated with self-portraits created by students of the 2022 Teachers of the Year and Biden family-inspired stockings hung from the mantel. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was also displayed in the State Dining Room. A sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall, located in Philadelphia, was displayed alongside the gingerbread White House. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. Biden family-inspired stockings hung from the mantel and trees were decorated with self-portraits created by students of the 2022 Teachers of the Year. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was also displayed in the State Dining Room. A sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall, located in Philadelphia, was displayed alongside the gingerbread White House. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. Biden family-inspired stockings hung from the mantel and trees were decorated with self-portraits created by students of the 2022 Teachers of the Year. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was also displayed in the State Dining Room. A sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall, located in Philadelphia, was displayed alongside the gingerbread White House. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

This photograph of the 2022 White House Gingerbread House in the State Dining Room was taken by David Wiegold on November 28, 2022 during a press preview of the White House holiday decorations. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden selected "We the People" as the 2022 holiday theme. The decor was inspired by Americans' shared values and sentiments of hope, unity, and community. The official 2022 White House Gingerbread House was displayed alongside a sugar cookie replica of Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.