How a series of political cartoons by artist Thomas Nast helped send William ‘Boss’ Tweed to prison

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Thomas Nast: Father of American Cartoons and Caricatures

There’s still time to see Thomas Nast’s iconic Santa Claus and Christmas illustrations at Macculloch Hall Historical Museum—but only two weekends remain! Our holiday season features “Not a Creature Was Stirring” a special display of Nast’s beloved Santa images, alongside festive trees and lush floral décor throughout the historic home. Be sure to craft your own handmade ornament to take home—a perfect holiday keepsake. 🕯️ Visit us Saturdays & Sundays, 12–4 PM all month long. 📬 Interested in a

When did Santa become Santa? When Morristown artist started to draw him

18 reactions | It's Christmas Eve! And in continuation of our Thomas Nast Christmas series, these two images were published alongside one another on January 3rd of 1863 in Harpers Weekly and would come to define how Nast characterized Santa Claus. In these illustrations, Nast makes clear Santa Claus’ support for the Union cause...  | American Civil War Museum | Facebook