12/26/2025
Aluminum Christmas trees became a holiday must-have in the 1960s, thanks in large part to the Aluminum Specialty Company of Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Their Evergleam tree was the most popular model, with millions brightening American homes.
Did you have one in your home growing up?
Explore this online exhibit to see original trees, photos, and artifacts from the era—and discover how this Wisconsin innovation captured the nation’s imagination.
Learn more: https://wihist.org/4s5H6sL
There’s still time to visit Evergleam Dreams, our pop-up exhibit at the History Maker Space in Madison! Snap the perfect photo in our retro setting and explore a curated collection of vintage treasures.
Open Tuesdays–Fridays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., through January 2. Share your photos on social and tag us and use . Don’t forget to stop by our gift shop!
