Design Crafters

The first Christmas observance in what is now the United States was celebrated in an authentic Spanish style.

Hernando
de Soto and his army set up their winter camp in the present day city
of Tallahassee, Florida in 1539. Since that time, the holiday
traditions of nearly every nation on earth have moved into, around, and
across the U.S. Every ethnic group has its place in our society, and
they bring their own traditions for December celebrations. In addition,
the diversity in our climate helps to set the stage for various types
of festivities ranging from a picnic on the beach at Waikiki or Key
West to candles in a window during the twilight of a cold day in
Alaska.

For
most people, turkey is the main dish and presents are found under a
Christmas tree. Families gather together and the gifts come from Santa
Claus. These are the basics and the varied pleasures take off from
there in all directions.

Over the next few days I will discuss the traditional ways that certain parts of the country (USA) celebrate Christmas.