Web Directory

» All About Christmas
   The history of the holiday. Includes recipes, crafts, and decorating tips.
   http://www.webterrace.com/christmas/index.htm

» All Things Christmas: History and Traditions
   Learn the origins of Christmas and facts about favorite Christmas traditions and symbols.
   http://www.allthingschristmas.com/traditions.html

» Catholic Encyclopedia: Christmas
   Provides a detailed overview of the holiday from the fourth century through the modern age. Includes links to related topics.
   http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/03724b.htm

» Christmas: A Brief History of the Holiday
   Traces Christian observances back to their fourth century roots. Also explains how St. Nicholas became a part of the observance. From CNN.
   http://www.cnn.com/EVENTS/1996/christmas/history.html

» Diorama Bethlehem
   Display illustrates the Christmas story in a 3 dimensional reproduction of the environs of Bethlehem. Located in Einsiedeln, Switzerland.
   http://www.diorama.ch/english/

» History or Ornaments
   An introduction into the social history of Christmas ornaments, and the Christmas tree.
   http://www.ornamentshop.com/history_story/intro.asp

» The History of Christmas
   Provides information on the history of the holiday, traditions, Santa Claus, as well as origins and trivia.
   http://thehistoryofchristmas.com

» The History of Christmas in Massachusetts
   Information on how the Puritains first resisted Christmas, and then were drawn into the holiday as immigrants moved into Massachusetts.
   http://www.enjoyma.com/boston/christmas.asp

» When Christmas Was Banned in Boston
   Provides information, and history on this event.
   http://masstraveljournal.com/features/boston-cambridge/when-christmas-was-banned-boston