The 2023 Capitol Christmas tree arrived Friday in Washington, D.C.

The 63-foot Norway spruce came from the Greenbrier Ranger District in West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest. Architect of the Capitol staff members have begun to decorate the tree with over 5,000 ornaments and tree skirts made by West Virginians and roughly 5,000 LED lights.

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Additionally, the Architect of the Capitol will upholster a star about 4 1/2 feet by 5 1/2 feet ahead of the lighting ceremony. The tree will be lit for the first time at 5 p.m. on Nov. 28 in a tradition that is approaching 60 years. After that, the tree will be lit from dusk until 11 p.m. through Jan. 1.

The Shawnee Tribe has named the tree “wa’feem’tekwi,” which means “bright tree.” Following the holidays, the tribe will utilize the wood at its ceremonial grounds in White Oak, Oklahoma.

“It’s an honor to have a tree from our backyard selected as the official 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree,” Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV) said. “This shines a positive light on West Virginia, and I am thrilled in every way. I also want to acknowledge the Monongahela National Forest officials for their care of the forest. Without them, this would not have been possible. Congratulations to all involved.”

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The tree toured around 13 cities across West Virginia before arriving in Washington. Its final stop was Thursday at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland.

This year, the tree's theme is “Endlessly Wild and Wonderful,” which will come across in the decoration.