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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 a sea turtle wearing a Santa hat.
Illustration of a mountain campsite at night with a tent, campfire, and camp chair.
Illustration of a bear paw and a pink flower. Text reads "Big Sky Country"
Illustration of a grid-lined star, colored with a rainbow of colors
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