Era’s Holiday Spirit

Imagine how a significant historical event would change a holiday celebration.

Holidays are often observed similarly across different eras, but historical events can drastically impact these traditions. With this prompt, you’re urged to think about how a major event (like a war, the invention of commercial electricity, or a social rights movement) may have changed the holiday celebration. Reflect on both the tangible changes, like decorations and activities, as well as intangible elements like spirit or sentimentality.