The Christmas Season Through The Years — What Was Popular The Year You Were Born?

1956

A family portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower and his family showing off their Christmas presents circulated during this year.

1957

How the Grinch Stole Christmas was officially created during this year by Dr. Seuss as a children’s book.

1958

The famously known “Chipmunk Song” or “Christmas Don’t Be Late” from Alvin and the Chipmunks hit radio stations in 1958 and we still hear this song every 2 hours on the radio today!

1959

Barbie debuted as the first adult doll in 1959 and was a hot commodity Christmas toy. Various different versions of Barbie continue to be made today.

1960

Chatty Cathy Dolls became popular in 1960 when all girls just needed to get their hands on one! These dolls were known for their sayings, “Do you love me?” and “Please take me with you.”

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