Santa Claus'
history has been shaped by numerous legends, cultures
and events - ultimately evolving into the world-wide
phenomena we now experience in the 21st century.
Where did this 'gift-giver' come from? ...read on.
The History of Santa Claus-
beginning with Saint Nicholas.
From Saint Nicholas through the middle
ages and up to our modern day Santa.
Discover the travels and evolution of the World's most prominent
"gift -giver."
The History of
Santa Claus in America- A story of
its own. In America the History of Santa goes back four
centuries. The evolution of the character as we know him today
is a remarkable one and has impacted the entire world.
A Visit From Saint Nick-
('Twas the Night Before Christmas) By
Clement C Moore
Originally written in 1823.
The most popular and timeless of all Christmas poems.
Clement C Moore-
The history of the
man behind 'A visit from Saint Nick', more currently
known as 'Twas the Night before Christmas'
Thomas Nast (1840-1902)
America's foremost political
cartoonist and the creator of the
image of Santa Claus as we know him today.
"Haddon Sundblom & Coca-Cola"
Born in 1899, Haddon
Sundblom dominated the commercial art scene for decades.
Often using himself as the model, Sundblom developed the
image of jolly Saint Nick for Coca-Cola.
