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Pequena Finlândia in Penedo, Itatiaia

Penedo

This "Little Finland" started as a Finnish utopian society in Eastern Brazil.

New York, New York

Holiday Nostalgia Train

During the holidays, a vintage subway train whisks New Yorkers back in time.

A miniature New York

Bronx, New York

Holiday Train Show at New York Botanical Garden

Every year model trains zip through a miniature New York City that's now 150 landmarks strong.

A family plays a game of Snapdragon, from the December 25,1858 issue of the <em>Illustrated London News</em>.

Victorians' Christmas Parlor Games Will Leave You Burned, Bruised, And Puking

Do not try them at home.

George Pendle December 22, 2016

Adoration of the Shepherds by Gerard van Honthorst.

Why Some Christians Are Forsaking Christmas

To them, Jesus is not the reason for the season.

Mariana Zapata December 21, 2016

Did you get a Christingle this year?

objects of intrigue

This Christmas, Jam a Candle in an Orange

Add some ribbon and candy kebabs and you've got yourself a Christingle.

Eric Grundhauser December 20, 2016

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Tumbleweed Snowman

Albuquerque found the perfect use for tumbleweeds at Christmastime.

First-Ever Public Christmas Tree Marker

A stone marker and sculpture in the city of Riga stake a claim for the very first community Christmas tree.

Take a Virtual Tour of One of the World's Largest Gingerbread Cities

There's a lake, a Ferris wheel, and an operating train.

Lauren Young December 19, 2016

The secret White House tree, revealed at last.

For Teddy Roosevelt's Son, Rebelling Meant Sneaking Christmas Trees Into the White House

President Roosevelt thought trees should stay outdoors—so in 1902, his son took matters into his own hands.

Cara Giaimo December 16, 2016

When do you like to tear into your presents?

Here's When You Told Us You Open Your Christmas Presents

How common are your traditions?

Eric Grundhauser December 16, 2016

Eleanor Robson Belmont in 1916.

In 1912, Thousands of Women Rallied Against 'Useless' Christmas Giving

Members of The Society for the Prevention of Useless Giving were known as Spugs.

Erik Shilling December 15, 2016

A devious squirrel plots his next attack.

Squirrels In Toronto Can't Stop Attacking Christmas Lights

They've been doing it for years.

Cara Giaimo December 14, 2016

A Christmas tree.

How a Former Cheney Aide Nearly Killed the Christmas Tree Industry

The National Christmas Tree Board was supposed to protect American tree growers, until one man intervened.

Muira McCammon December 13, 2016

Some Krampus costumes include wicker baskets, into which naughty children are supposedly thrown and beaten.

rites and rituals

How to Blend in at an Alpine Krampus Parade

You'll need a terrifying mask, a lot of fur, a smoke bomb, and a whip.

Sandra Knisely December 13, 2016

Oh no! YOUTH!

Teens and Krampus Are Again Violently Battling Each Other

Christmas demons and youth don't mix.

Eric Grundhauser December 9, 2016

A gingerbread nativity scene.

Karlštejn, Czechia

Muzeum Betlémů Karlštejn (Museum of Nativity Scenes)

This quaint museum tells about more than just the birth of Jesus: "betlémy" are an important piece of Czech history.

The Gävle Goat in 2006. Happier times.

Some Arsonists Have Already Destroyed the 2016 Gävle Goat

On its 50th anniversary, the poor goat lasted for less than a day.

Eric Grundhauser November 28, 2016