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Presidential Christmas Ornaments at Hixson's

This antique shop features a large collection of ornaments amassed by an Ohio florist who helped decorate the White House for the holidays.

Lakewood, Ohio

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Just a fraction of the White House ornaments in Hixson’s Inc.   elliotgilfix / Atlas Obscura User
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This year-round Christmas and antique shop in Lakewood, Ohio, was founded by William (Bill) Hixson in 1959. Hixson was a florist who was hired by seven United States Presidents to help decorate the White House for Christmas. As a result, he amassed a large collection of beautiful hand-painted ornaments that had been hung on Christmas trees inside the White House.

In addition to the ornaments (which are not for sale), the shop also showcases many signed letters and photos from various Presidents. Hixson passed away in 2022 at 93 years old.

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December 25, 2024

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