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Christmas tree decorations show off state pride at Maryland State House

WTOP Staff

December 6, 2019, 2:35 AM

A holiday tradition has returned to the Maryland State House in Annapolis — the annual decorating of Christmas trees and wreaths with symbols that represent each of Maryland’s 23 counties and the city of Baltimore.

See photos of what visitors to the State House can expect to see on their visit.

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Maryland’s hunting and fishing opportunities were the theme of the Queen Anne’s County tree at the Maryland State House. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Washington County spotlighted it’s growing wineries on a holiday wreath draped over a barrel. Cheers! (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Garrett County couldn’t resist a pun, with their “Owl Be Seeing You” holiday greeting for its State House wreath. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Go team! Allegany County recognized its schools and their sports teams on their State House holiday tree. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Dorchester County’s tribute to tributaries and the Chesapeake Bay was a favorite of a visiting Girl Scout troop. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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How about those O’s? Be nice, Nationals fans! This wreath from Baltimore spotlights famous Charm City features and people. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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These school buses under the Allegany County tree captivated some of the youngest visitors at the Maryland State House. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Caroline County’s State House tree featured wading wildlife like this heron and its agricultural history. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Here’s a vintage item highlighting the agricultural history of Caroline County. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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An ornament on the Cecil County wreath at the Maryland State House. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Another look at the Cecil County decorations at the Maryland State House. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Prince George’s County focused on its equine industry with the decorations on its tree at the Maryland State House. Who’s wishing for a pony for Christmas? (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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The Charles County tree was for the birds — with the wide variety of bird species features on the branches of its tree. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)
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Baltimore County’s tree in the distance at the Maryland State House. (WTOP/Kate Ryan)

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