Needlepoint by Rudy Saunders
THE PARK AVENUE TREE LIGHTING
The tradition of lighting trees on Park Avenue began in 1945 when several Park Avenue families wanted a special way to honor those men and women who had died in World War II. Today the illuminated trees – which appear on the malls between 54th and 97th Streets – remain a symbol of peace and a reminder of the sacrifices made to attain it.
In the early days, the cost of the Tree Lighting was underwritten by a few families but now this sparkling display is made possible each year by contributions The Fund for Park Avenue receives from the community.
Thank you to everyone listed here who made the 2022 Tree Lighting possible.
A behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the Annual Park Avenue Tree Lighting. When the 104 fir trees arrive in November, the month-long installation process – condensed into this 3.5 minute video begins. Video & photography by Jim Cummins
Park Avenue Tree Lighting