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"Let Me Congratulate You on the Cherry Blossom Festival"
The celebration, held in 1927, to commemorate the 1912 planting of the cherry trees, captured the attention of Edith Wilson, widow of President Woodrow Wilson. She wrote to organizer Elise Marsteller Mulliken in appreciation of its merit. A second celebration took place in 1934, and in time, an annual festival signaled the arrival of spring in Washington, DC. The National Cherry Blossom Festival continues these traditions by promoting the beauty of nature and international friendship through year-round programs, events, and educational initiatives that enhance our environment, showcase arts and culture, and build community spirit. |