Surratt House Booklet

[PaigeBooth]

Yesterday, I received a beautiful copy of the Surratt House's "Christmas of Yesteryear" booklet.

This booklet is filled with excellent information and fascinating details. One section covers Christmas at the White House. It goes on to talk about how Tad Lincoln gathered the homeless and brought them home to the White House for turkey dinners; totally interesting!

The booklet is very informative regarding Christmas traditions for slaves and plantation families. It also shows the famous Saint Nick drawings done by none other than Thomas Nast; Laurie put together a beautiful arrangement of this marvelous artwork in her booklet.

Another highlight is Surratt House's "All Dolled Up Exhibit." The booklet talks about the Victorian-era dolls, their clothes, hairstyles, etc. I was especially interested by the hairstyles. Some of the dolls reflect Dolley Madison's curly hairstyle, while others resemble Mary Lincoln's pulled back hairstyle.

Thank you Laurie for sending this special booklet to me. This is truly a keepsake piece!