Spirits of Giving from Around the World
Victorian Santa Claus - America
From Albrecht Powell, About.com
The American Santa Claus was first introduced into the United States by the Pennsylvania Dutch, who called him Kris Kringle or "Chriskind."
From the Spirits of Giving Around the World Exhibit at PPG Place, Pittsburgh PA
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