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Over 100 Years

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Celebrating <br>Over 100 Years

Ornaments From Across the USA

Each year one-of-a-kind ornaments are made by Americans representing every U.S. state, territory, and the District of Columbia. Explore some of the ornaments created for 2023's America Celebrates display.

Illustration of an armadillo riding a bull in a cactus desert with a bull skull and a bird.
Illustration of a mardi gras mask and beaded necklace
Illustration of a scissor-tailed flycatcher perched on a tree branch with pink leaves.
Black and white illustration of a mountain range and lake

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