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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree 2023

The story of this year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, a 74-foot Norway Spruce donated by the Albert family of Massachusetts in memory of Lesley Albert.

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Rockefeller CenterHabitat For HumanitySwarovski

Erik PauzeEarl AlbertLesley AlbertShawn AlbertMichael Albert

How was the tree selected for Rockefeller Center?: Erik Pauze, Rockefeller Center's head gardener, first spotted the tree in 2020 and approached the Albert family about donating it. The family readily agreed, seeing it as a meaningful tribute to Lesley Albert.
What are the plans for the tree after the holidays?: The lighting ceremony for the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is scheduled for December 4th in Manhattan. The tree will be milled into lumber for Habitat for Humanity after the holidays.
Describe the journey of the Christmas tree to Rockefeller Center.: The tree's journey included a 140-mile trip from West Stockbridge, Massachusetts, to New York City. It will be decorated with five miles of lights and over 50,000 LED bulbs, topped with a Swarovski star.
What is notable about this year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree?: This year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is a 74-foot Norway Spruce, donated by the Albert family of Massachusetts. It's the first tree from Massachusetts since 1959.
What is the significance of the tree's donation for the Albert family?: The Albert family donated the tree in memory of Lesley Albert, Earl Albert's wife, who passed away. The tree-cutting and transport became a way for the family to honor her memory.

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