Students from Craigsville Elementary School will have their artwork featured on the Virginia tree beside the National Christmas Tree in President’s Park in Washington, D.C.This beloved holiday tradition, made possible by the National Park Foundation and the National Park Service, features 59 trees — one to represent each U.S. state, territory, and the District of Columbia as well as the Bureau of Indian Education, Department of Defense Education Activities, and America 250 — adorned with ornaments designed by K–12 students. The ornaments designed by Craigsville Elementary School students celebrate the unique culture, landmarks, and history of Virginia bringing a piece of home to the nation’s capital.
"Our school feels honored to have been selected to create ornaments representing Virginia. They depict what students love the most about our beautiful state." - Sarah Blouse, Preschool Teacher at Craigsville Elementary.
The display is open to the public starting Dec. 6 through Jan. 1, 2026, and is free for all visitors.
Ornaments can also be viewed online at thenationaltree.org/ornaments.