We missed building and gathering around the library’s book Christmas tree this year, but we did look through pictures of our past book trees — and, wow, what great memories! We made some of our favorites into Zoom backgrounds for you. Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays, Dons!

(photo of a Christmas tree made of books in the south, first floor lobby of Gleeson Library. There is a cart decorated as a cable car beside the tree and the library atrium is in the background.)

(photo of a Christmas tree made of books in the north lobby of Gleeson Library. There is a Nativity scene with statues of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph beside the tree and the library atrium is in the background.)

(photo of a Christmas tree made of books in the lobby of Gleeson Library. A fireplace, a picture of Santa, and Thacher Gallery are seen behind the tree.)