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What did Sacramento used to look like at Christmas? Share your favorite photos of the city

What are your memories of Sacramento during the holidays?

The winter scenery in the capital city has changed a lot over the decades, from buggies lining up downtown streets to cozy Christmas-themed displays at local malls.

As we celebrate this special time of year, The Sacramento Bee is turning to you — to share your favorite photos and videos of Sacramento from holiday seasons past. We’ll compile a collection of the best ones, and we may include yours.

Marlyn Crowe decorates her creation on Feb. 5, 1976 in Sacramento.
Marlyn Crowe decorates her creation on Feb. 5, 1976 in Sacramento. Ehrhardt Krause Sacramento Bee file

How do I share my photos and videos?

Send in your nostalgic pictures and videos of Sacramento from the 2000s and earlier by filling out and submitting this Google form or by emailing us at servicejournalists@sacbee.com.

Please include the source of the picture or the name of the photographer, if you didn’t take the photo.

A reporter may reach out to you for further comment.

A 53-foot-tall white fir Capitol Christmas tree is reflected in rain puddles during the 83rd annual tree lighting ceremony at the state Capitol in 2014.
A 53-foot-tall white fir Capitol Christmas tree is reflected in rain puddles during the 83rd annual tree lighting ceremony at the state Capitol in 2014. Paul Kitagaki Jr. Sacramento Bee file

This story was originally published December 13, 2023 at 5:00 AM.

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