On November 1, 2024, at 7:43 AM CDT, it was announced that the official Christmas tree for Chicago is set to be felled this Friday in the Logan Square neighborhood. This year, the tree in focus is a majestic Colorado blue spruce standing 53 feet tall, generously donated by the Holden-Shaddick family.
The story of this tree stretches back nearly half a century. It was originally planted by Jim Mulligan, the previous owner of the Holden-Shaddick family’s home. Mulligan had a notable career working for the city, and, in recognition of his contributions, is being honored with a street sign in his name. This adds a special layer of significance to the tree, making its selection as the city’s Christmas tree even more poignant.
