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Macy's On State Street Installs Great Tree In Walnut Room

The Great Tree has been a centerpiece at Macy's, formerly Marshall Field's, for 116 years.

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November 3, 2023

CHICAGO (CBS) -- In a sure sign of the holidays coming not too long from now, the Walnut Room as Macy's on State Street began installing the Great Tree on Thursday.

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The Great Tree has been a centerpiece at Macy's, formerly Marshall Field's, for 116 years.

The theme this year is "Sweet Treats Tree" – with colorful candies and oversized confections – from candy canes, gumdrops, and cherry-topped cupcakes to a big stack of macarons. The 45-foot tree hangs from the ceiling of the Walnut Room.

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