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This category lists pages and sites that tell the story behind Christmas and the traditions associated with it.
Sites
How Did Christmas Start?Explores the origin of Christmas, Boxing Day and Christmas Eve celebrations in the West today. Examines what the Christmas story all about and whether it has real meaning today.
How Stuff Works: ChristmasAnswers over thirty questions about the traditions behind Christmas trees, cards, shopping, plants, songs and customs.
Why Christmas?Answers questions. Information includes how customs originated, how the holiday is celebrated around the world, and why it exists.
Myths and Lore of MistletoeAll about mistletoe, its biology, and traditional lore. From the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
The History of ChristmasExplains how the modern celebration evolved.
How Mistletoe WorksDetailed, in-depth explanation of mistletoe. Includes some popular myths.
When Christmas Was Banned in BostonTells about the Puritans' decision to outlaw Christmas celebrations in the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
The Story Of The Christmas TreeSeveral historical clues that suggest where the custom of having a tree in the home during Christmas time comes from.
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