Second Lady Karen Pence Unveils the Christmas Decorations at the Vice President’s Residence
WASHINGTON D.C. - Enthusiasm for the Christmas Season fills the air at the Vice President’s Residence. Today, Second Lady Karen Pence revealed the 2019 Christmas decorations and theme "Victorian Christmas" which highlights the historic Victorian-era Residence. Built in 1893 for the Superintendent of the U.S. Naval Observatory, the Queen Anne-style house was designed by Washington, D.C. architect Leon Dessez and was the grandest of all the homes built on the grounds. This year's theme reflects the rich history of the Residence and presents an appreciation for the living piece of history. Devers Design, in Arlington, Virginia assisted in the design and installation of the decorations. With the help of more than 40 volunteers, together they filled 300 feet of indoor garland with fresh holly; crafted Victorian ornaments from paper cones filled with dried baby’s breath and gold ribbons; strung yards of fresh cranberries; created three wreath chandeliers in the entrance mar...