Barack Obama and First Family Light National Christmas Tree (photos)
By • December 2, 2016 0 765
Barack Obama and Michelle Obama lit the National Christmas Tree for the last time as president and first lady on Thursday, December 1. The first couple was joined by daughter Sasha. The National Christmas Tree is a large evergreen tree located in the northeast quadrant of The Ellipse near the White House in Washington, D.C. The event was emceed by Eva Longoria. Entertainers included Kelly Clarkson, the Lumineers, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Chance the Rapper, James Taylor, Yolanda Adams, Marc Anthony, Afro Blue and the Air Force Arimen of Note. In his concluding remarks, President Barack made a wish that Americans will treat one another as they would want to be treat.
The National Christmas Tree Lighting will be televised on Hallmark Channel on Monday, December 5 at 7 P.M.
*You can view Jeff Malet’s photos of the National Tree Lighting Ceremony with the First Family by clicking on the photo icons below.*
