In 1975, The Christmas Tree opened as a tiny downtown Highlands shop that quickly captured the attention of holiday enthusiasts far and wide.
Fast forward to today – could Isabel Chambers, who opened the original Highlands Christmas shop, have possibly foreseen her creation celebrating its golden anniversary in 2025?
After operating for 36 years “on the hill” on 4th Street, The Christmas Tree relocated to its current home at 357 Main Street in the former Galax movie theater building alongside Annawear and continues the tradition of offering excellent customer service and the finest selection of holiday gifts and decor.
Owners Bob and Trisha Kieltyka and their dedicated staff enthusiastically believe in the magic of Christmas and the power of embracing the Christmas spirit year-round.
Allow yourself to be transported into this world of Christmas wonder and wintry delight. Experience the twinkling lights, sparkling ornaments, scents of the season, wide-ranging gift selections, and the smiling faces of the cheerful staff. In addition to top quality ornaments of every kind and description, you will also find the very best in holiday collectibles – European creations including Polish-made Christopher Radko and Joy To the World glass ornaments; U.S handmade Byers Choice Carolers; Italian Fontanini manger scenes; Snowbabies; Jim Shore Santas, snowmen, and grinches; and whimsical Gathered Traditions created by Joe Spencer. Additionally, they have an extensive collection of hand-carved and hand-painted Russian Santas, nesting dolls, and German nutcrackers.
If it’s a Highlands keepsake you seek, look no further than The Christmas Tree with the very best selection of local and regional “Highlands” specific ornaments in a variety of materials, featuring Highlands scenes and logos, including a custom-made hand-blown and painted glass ball depicting Dry Falls.
Are you into college football, have a much-loved family pet, or perhaps you are in Highlands to attend a wedding or celebrating the birth of a child or grandchild?
Not to worry, they have you covered in all these areas with our college section featuring the best in regional and national teams, pet ornaments and clothing items from sleepwear to T’s featuring your favorite cat or dog, along with many items commemorating that special wedding day or addition to the family.
The Christmas Tree is the perfect place to experience the love and joy of the holidays every day. Now celebrating 50 years in Highlands, Bob and Trisha are “so grateful and feel so blessed to have built lasting relationships with families across several generations, and we look forward to continuing those friendships and building new ones in the coming years.”
Come experience the magic!
Pictured | Trisha and Bob Kieltyka
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