Longtime ornament artist, Anita Marra Rogers, retires from Hallmark after 36 years. Rogers’ Star Trek ornament career began with Captains Kirk and Picard in 1995 through the Star Trek Legends series that concluded in 2016.
Rogers primarily sculpted the character ornaments within the Trek line but she also made her mark with a couple scene ornaments including “The City on the Edge of Forever” in 2004. ”I just love that episode. It has everything that’s made Star Trek so popular for so long.”
We wish Anita well in her retirement and thank her for her years of creativity. Her ornaments will be on our trees for years to come. 🖖🏻
Anita Marra Rogers: 1995 Picard, 1995 Kirk, 1996 Spock, 1996 Riker, 1997 McCoy, 1997 Data, 1998 Janeway, 1999 Worf, 2000 Seven of Nine, 2000 Worf (Blown Glass), 2001 Sisko, 2001 Q (Blown Glass), 2002 The Doctor, 2003 The Scorpion (w/ Lynn Norton), 2003 Archer, 2003 T’Pol, 2004 Tucker, 2004 ”The City on the Edge of Forever”, 2005 Khan, 2005 Locutus of Borg, 2006 The Transporter Chamber, 2007 Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, 2007 Uhura Red, 2009 ”The Menagerie”, 2009 Uhura Gold, 2010 Kirk Legend, 2010 ”Amok Time”, 2011 Spock Legend, 2012 McCoy Legend, 2013 Scotty Legend,2014 Sulu Legend, 2015 Uhura Legend, 2016 Chekov Legend
2023 brings us a whopping FIVE Star Trek products from Hallmark! Lower Decks becomes the 10th series in the Star Trek franchise with an ornament with a 2-pack of Badgeys. We also get a fantastic likeness of Picard and Scotty from the iconic Next Generation episode “Relics”. A new U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 table decoration that is reminiscent of the Enterprise Storyteller Tree Topper. We learned the previously announced Data and Spot ornament is officially called Data’s Ode to Spot. And finally, we have The Hand of Apollo ornament, a fantastic looking ornament that a bulb from a light strand can be inserted into to make a glowing effect. UPDATE: It is confirmed this is not just the hand but the Enterprise and the hand.
Hallmark’s Star Trek line has concentrated on the Storytellers series for the last three years and in 2023 we seem to have had an explosion of exciting ideas and designs!
114. Data’s Ode to Spot Star Trek: The Next Generation July 2023 QXI7029 $22.99 Hear dialogue from the show!
115. The Hand of Apollo Star Trek: The Original Series July 2023 $29.99 QXI7019 Attaches to a light string.
116. “Relics” Star Trek: The Next Generation October 2023 $34.99 QXI7077 Hear dialogue from the episode!
117. Star Trek U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Tabletop Star Trek: The Original Series October 2023 $129.99 QFM3947 Lights up and plays sound effects, including dialogue from Star Trek: The Original Series.
118. Badgey (Set of 2) Star Trek: Lower Decks October 2023 $19.99 QXI7027
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Although Star Trek: The Original Series only aired for three seasons (1966‑1969), its silver‑anniversary celebration was anything but brief. To commemorate the franchise’s 25th anniversary, Hallmark introduced its very first Star Trek Keepsake: the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC‑1701. Demand was immediate and overwhelming—so much so that secondary‑market prices skyrocketed.
1992–The Shuttlecraft Takes Center Stage
Hallmark doubled down on Trek the following year with the Shuttlecraft Galileo. Leonard Nimoy himself headlined a national TV commercial, humorously wishing viewers a “Live long and prosper” from inside the tiny craft. Stores hosted “Shuttlecraft Landing Parties,” complete with costume contests, coloring activities, and Enterprise mobile giveaways. The officially sanctioned festivities turned local Hallmark shops into mini Trekkie conventions.
1993–The Next Generation Ascends
After two Original‑Series ornaments, Hallmark shifted focus to the then‑current show, Star Trek: The Next Generation. The newly christened U.S.S. Enterprise NCC‑1701‑D became the first TNG ornament and captured the excitement of fans worldwide during the series’ penultimate season (it aired 1987‑1994). Actress Patti Yasutake (Nurse Alyssa Ogawa) starred in a charming TV spot, “replicating” the ornament on screen and reinforcing its futuristic flair.
1994 – Klingon Power Play
Robert O’Reilly, in full Chancellor Gowron regalia, promoted the Klingon Bird‑of‑Prey ornament in Hallmark’s latest ad. O’Reilly’s wide‑eyed intensity—familiar to viewers of both TNG and Deep Space Nine—bolstered the ornament’s fearsome appeal. His appearance cemented Hallmark commercials as mini‑events that blended Trek actors with holiday cheer.
1995 – Sneak Peeks and Romulan Intrigue
Before revealing that year’s starship, Hallmark distributed an autostereogram puzzle. Once solved, fans glimpsed hidden images of previous ornaments and an early render of the forthcoming Romulan Warbird. Actress Martha Hackett—best known as Seska on Voyager—donned Romulan attire in a commercial to spotlight the ship, bridging multiple Trek eras and video‑game appearances. The Romulan Warbird capped a banner year that also hinted at the line’s expanding scope.
1996 –A 30th‑Anniversary Extravaganza
For Trek’s 30th year, Hallmark rolled out its most ambitious offerings yet: die‑cast‑metal versions of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC‑1701 and Shuttlecraft Galileo—a first for the Keepsake line. Sculptor Lynn Norton handled the Enterprise, while Dill Rhodus crafted the Galileo. Meanwhile, Star Trek: Voyager received its inaugural ornament, U.S.S. Voyager NCC‑74656. Earlier that year, the show’s episode “Death Wish” had cheekily transformed Voyager into a Christmas ornament on screen, creating the perfect lead‑in for Hallmark’s tangible version. A Voyager‑centric TV commercial—assembled entirely from episode clips—rounded out an anniversary celebration that spanned every corner of the Trek universe thus far.
1997 – Deep Space Nine Arrives
Hallmark expanded beyond starships of the week and ventured into the war‑torn Bajoran sector with the U.S.S. Defiant NX‑74205. Although DS9 began airing in 1993, the Defiant herself didn’t warp onto television until “The Search, Part I” in November 1994—making the ornament an instant must‑have for fans who loved the show’s tougher, darker tone
1998 – First Film Ornament
For the first time, a Hallmark Keepsake celebrated a Star Trek feature film: the sleek U.S.S. Enterprise‑E from First Contact. The new Sovereign‑class design, bristling with phaser arrays, set a fresh sculptural standard for movie‑era ships.
1999 – Stamping Trek into History
On September 17, the classic Constitution‑class Enterprise appeared on a 33‑cent U.S. postage stamp. Hallmark swiftly turned that stamp into an and ornament—blending philately and the Federation in one collectible.
2000 – Crown Reflections & Blown Glass
Hallmark’s upscale Crown Reflections line (1999‑2001) introduced blown‑glass Trek pieces. Lt. Cmdr. Worf—Anita Marra Rogers’ tenth Trek sculpt—became the franchise’s inaugural glass ornament, marrying elegance with Klingon honor.
2001 – The Ornament That Holds Ornaments
The Space Station Deep Space Nine debuted as a hanging display stand, engineered to cradle six miniature starships from 1995’s Ships of Star Trek set and that year’s new Starfleet Legends minis. Display innovation met canonical grandeur.
2002 – Enterprise Takes Flight
With the Enterprise NX‑01, Hallmark welcomed the prequel era. Though the series aired only four seasons (2001‑2005), it ultimately inspired six distinct ornaments, showing that short‑lived Trek can still enjoy long‑lasting shelf life.
2003 – Nemesis’ Scorpion Runabout
Lynn Norton sculpted the sleek Scorpion fighter, while Anita Marra Rogers added tiny figures of Picard and Data. A late change to an opaque canopy obscured her handiwork—yet sharp‑eyed collectors still prize boxes that show the transparent prototype.
2004 – First Scene‑Based Ornament
“The City on the Edge of Forever” broke new ground by depicting an entire scene rather than a single ship or character. Unfortunately, an overheating capacitor often silenced its audio—a flaw now infamous among fans.
2005 – Power Transition
Locutus of Borg became the final Trek ornament powered by a tree‑light cord, while the U.S.S. Enterprise‑A ushered in lithium‑battery power. One era of illumination ended; another began.
2006 – 40 Years of Trek
An all‑new Constitution‑class Enterprise sculpt (die‑cast details, authentic registry) headlined the franchise’s 40th‑anniversary celebration and reminded collectors where it all started.
2007 – “Khaaan!” in 3‑D
A 25th‑anniversary ornament recreated the fiery battle of “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan,” complete with dialogue and pyrotechnic sound effects that brought the Reliant–Enterprise duel to life.
2008 – Magic Motion & Tribbles
“The Trouble with Tribbles” introduced Magic Motion to Trek Keepsakes. Each fuzzy critter received an anti‑static coating so they’d tumble—rather than clump—inside the display dome.
2009 – First Event Exclusive & Movie Milestone
Lt. Uhura (Gold Uniform) became Hallmark’s inaugural Trek convention exclusive—only 450 units—mirroring her rare attire from “The Corbomite Maneuver.” A Limited‑Edition Ilia Probe honored the 30th anniversary of Star Trek: The Motion Picture.
2010 – Star Trek Legends Series Begins
Captain James T. Kirk launched the annual Legends lineup, ultimately reuniting the core seven TOS characters across seven holiday seasons (2010‑2016).
2011 – Ghostly Defiant
The glow‑in‑the‑dark U.S.S. Defiant (“The Tholian Web”) numbered just 700 pieces and swiftly became one of the “Big Six” grails in Trek ornament collecting.
2012 – TNG at 25
The U.S.S. Enterprise‑D returned, this time with a display base, to celebrate The Next Generation’s quarter‑century mark.
2013 – Comic‑Con Carnage
A battle‑scarred U.S.S. Kelvin—fresh from its clash with Nero—was limited to 1,575 units and sold only at Comic‑Con, giving Kelvin‑verse fans their first exclusive.
2014 – Vina from “The Cage”
Fifty years after filming wrapped on Trek’s original pilot, a Limited‑Edition Vina ornament highlighted the green‑skinned Orion illusionist.
2015 – “The Needs of the Many”
This Spock‑and‑Kirk farewell piece quickly turned into an annual meme.
2016 – The Golden Jubilee
Hallmark went all‑in for Trek’s 50th. Six ornaments, including a gold‑plated Enterprise. A repaint of the second‑pilot Enterprise (limited 3,450). Final entries from sculpting legends Anita Marra Rogers (Limited‑Edition Chekov) and Lynn Norton (pilot‑era Enterprise). Every Trek ornament ever made was displayed inside a faux transporter chamber at Star Trek: Mission New York. A Hallmark‑branded Maxine cosplay ornament (run of 100) delighted attendees.
2017 – New Blood & Anniversary Battles
Jake Angell became the first new starship sculptor in 25 years with the U.S.S. Franklin, while a battle‑damaged Enterprise‑C (3,325 made) nodded to TNG’s “Yesterday’s Enterprise.” Picard and Data reunited in another Keepsake marking TNG’s 30th.
2018 – Two Series, One Year
Star Trek: The Animated Series finally earned recognition with an Event‑Exclusive Lt. Arex & Lt. M’Ress double‑pack (2,800 pieces). The U.S.S. Discovery NCC‑1031 introduced the franchise’s newest flagship (2017‑2024).
2019 – Mirror, Mirror
A dagger‑emblazoned I.S.S. Enterprise (3,475 units) beamed in alongside an Enterprise‑A Refit honoring The Motion Picture’s 40th, giving collectors both a villainous twist and a cinematic classic.
2020 – Storytellers & Pandemic Pivots
KOC members gained first‑day early‑bird privileges at local stores—an accommodation born of COVID‑19 distancing that stuck around as a club perk. The interactive Star Trek Storytellers series launched, with four ornaments that wirelessly reenact the entire “Mirror, Mirror” episode—four more would follow through 2022. A variant Tribble (run of 3,350) offered a different color material.
2021 – Phantom Picard & New Frontiers
A convention‑exclusive H.M.S. Bounty (3,750 made) let Klingon time‑travelers take the spotlight. An ultra‑rare Captain Picard ornament surfaced briefly on Amazon, vanishing into collector legend and joining the “Big Six” elusive items. La Sirena introduced Star Trek: Picard to the Keepsake roster.
2022 – A Record Nine Keepsakes
Hallmark stores stocked an unprecedented nine different Star Trek ornaments, counting Storyteller reissues. The standout newcomer: the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC‑1701 from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, establishing the acclaimed series as the ninth franchise entry to join the Keepsake continuum. Hallmark‘s new Star Trek Transporter Water Globe is not under the Keepsake line and could be found in stores through 2024.
2023 – Deck of Cards & Badgey’s Big Debut
To celebrate Hallmark Keepsakes’ 50th anniversary, a commemorative playing card deck was released, with each card representing a standout ornament from a specific year. The Two of Spades featured the Strange New Worlds U.S.S. Enterprise (2022), which was also spotlighted in Hallmark’s weekly retrospective series. Meanwhile, Badgey, the malfunctioning training hologram from Star Trek: Lower Decks, made his Keepsake debut—making Lower Decks the 10th Star Trek series recognized by Hallmark. With his psychotic charm, Badgey perfectly captured the series’ comedic edge. Also in 2023, Anita Marra Rogers—a cornerstone of the Star Trek Keepsake line—retired after 36 years. From 1995 to 2016, she designed 33 Star Trek ornaments, shaping the look of the line and earning a lasting place in collectors’ hearts.
2024 – Three Major Milestones
To honor the 30th anniversary of Star Trek: Generations, Hallmark released the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-B, along with a battle-damaged “Nexus” variant (Event Exclusive, 3,200 made), capturing a key moment in the Kirk–Picard transition. The 60th anniversary of “The Cage” was marked by an ornament of The Keeper, Trek’s first on-screen villain and a symbol of the franchise’s earliest roots. For the 45th anniversary of Star Trek: The Motion Picture, Hallmark released miniatures of the Enterprise refit and gray-uniformed Mr. Spock, paying tribute to Trek’s leap to the big screen in 1979. In a first for Hallmark, two previously released ship ornaments—the 2018 U.S.S. Discovery and 2019 U.S.S. Enterprise Refit—were made available as online reissues, giving collectors a rare second chance and hinting at a possible new trend for the line.
2025 – Prodigy, Picard, and Plenty of Anniversaries
Star Trek: Prodigy made its Keepsake debut, becoming the 11th Trek series honored by Hallmark. The ornament featured Hologram Janeway, marking her first appearance since 1998 and offering fans a bridge between classic characters and new generations. A year packed with anniversaries, 2025 saw the 35th of “The Best of Both Worlds”, celebrated with a Borg table decoration. Voyager turned 30, marked by a miniature ornament pair, while Lower Decks’ 5-year milestone was honored with a playful ornament two-pack. Lastly, Data’s “Ode to Spot”, originally released in 2023, became only the third Star Trek Keepsake to be reissued, reaffirming its popularity and giving collectors a second chance at one of Trek’s most beloved character moments.
Unlike previous Hallmark Star Trek commercials, the 1996 Voyager ad features clips from the series piecemealed together to make a cohesive narrative. Notice the odd tagline at the end…”You’ll feel better inside”.
Voice over: “The U.S.S. Voyager has just returned to Earth.”
Neelix: “I can’t believe this.”
Chakotay: “On screen.”
Tom Paris: “It’s the Voyager.”
The Doctor: “Where?”
Voice over: “At your Hallmark Gold Crown store.”
Chakotay: “I never thought it would actually happen. Are we ready for it?”
Voice over: “Get the U.S.S. Voyager Keepsake Magic ornament, now only at Hallmark Gold Crown.”
Harry Kim: “You know, I think a memento for my parents would be a great idea.”
B’Elanna Torres: “You took the words right out of my mouth.”
*singing*: “This is your Hallmark Gold Crown store. You’ll feel better inside.”
This is not a traditional artist signing event as we’ve had in previous years, but a chance to celebrate the history of Keepsakes! While we will have several unique 50th anniversary ornaments, this event does not feature an exclusive release ornament available at only selected locations. All ornaments available during the event will be sold in all Gold Crown locations and on hallmark.com.
Event Details
Dates:
Keepsake Ornament Club members: 7/21/2023
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All consumers, including Keepsake Ornament Club members: 7/22/2023
Orville Wilson knew he’d work at Hallmark from a very young age. “When I was little, I was always drawing. I even won a few contests at school. My mother always said I would work at Hallmark one day.” As we all know, Mom knows best, and Orville found his way to the marketing department at Hallmark in 2016, where he spent much of his time designing the Dream Book. It was not long after that Orville’s manager said there was an opening in the Keepsake Village. “I jumped at the opportunity,” he says. “I had spent my free time learning to create 3D designs. So I scrambled to pull them all together and even re-rendered a bunch of them to create a portfolio.” That portfolio that got him an interview-and onto the team.
“Growing up in Kansas City, I always wanted to work for Hallmark,” Anita Marra Rogers says. “Unfortunately, I wasn’t good enough at two-dimensional artwork to get in the door.” That’s hard to believe, coming from someone who’s in her 38th year in the Keepsake Studio. “But luckily, I met Peter Dutkin, a Keepsake artist at the time. And he looked at my work and told me I had talent.” He showed her around the department, and that’s when she spotted a few of the artists sculpting ornament designs. “It looked like so much fun! I just knew I had to try my hand at it.” With a little encouragement, Anita had found her calling. She assembled a new portfolio filled with 3D artwork. And that’s how we ended up with more than 600 of Anita’s designs.
-Hallmark For Keeps: Volume 22 • 2023
Anita Marra Rogers’ Star Trek ornaments: 1995 Picard, 1995 Kirk, 1996 Spock, 1996 Riker, 1997 McCoy, 1997 Data, 1998 Janeway, 1999 Worf, 2000 Seven of Nine, 2000 Worf (Blown Glass), 2001 Sisko, 2001 Q (Blown Glass), 2002 The Doctor, 2003 The Scorpion (w/ Lynn Norton), 2003 Archer, 2003 T’Pol, 2004 Tucker, 2004 ”The City on the Edge of Forever”, 2005 Khan, 2005 Locutus of Borg, 2006 The Transporter Chamber, 2007 Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, 2007 Uhura Red, 2009 ”The Menagerie”, 2009 Uhura Gold, 2010 Kirk Legend, 2010 ”Amok Time”, 2011 Spock Legend, 2012 McCoy Legend, 2013 Scotty Legend, 2014 Sulu Legend, 2015 Uhura Legend, 2016 Chekov Legend
This special Facebook Live event will feature Keepsake artists Kristina Gaughran, Matt Johnson and Debra Nielsen, as well as Art Director Charles Young. Be sure to tune in live with us to hear all about the Dream Book and for the chance to win some special giveaways! We can’t wait to celebrate with you on 4/14! And P.S. – the event is free for all to attend.
Hallmark Ornament Lieutenant Uhura – GOLD Dress 2009 SDCC Convention Exclusive Limited to 450 Condition: New – box has minor creases. See photos. Item comes from a pet friendly, smoke free home. Super secure, double boxed shipping. Ships insured with signature confirmation. Please contact us with questions.
Star Trek author and writer, Kevin Dilmore talks about writing for the Star Trek: Communicator, his partnership with author Dayton Ward, various Pocket Book novels, writing for Hallmark and much more!
Updated checklist includes ornament descriptions, release years, limited quantities, series or movie attributions, anniversaries, features, power sources, release dates, artist credits, dimensions, MSRPs, model numbers, packaging, branding, hyperlinks and images for every Hallmark Star Trek Ornament!
If there was anyone out there wanting to make a Galileo-centric tree now is you chance. A current eBay listing has a lot of seventeen 1992 Galileo ornaments available for anyone wanting to form a fleet of shuttlecrafts.
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“This calls for a celebration! 2023 is the 50th anniversary of Keepsake Ornaments! Join the fun every Friday as we post pics of ornaments through the years.”
“In 1973, when Hallmark introduced six glass ball ornaments and 12 yarn figures as the first collection of Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments, a new tradition of Christmas decorating was started and a new collectible industry was born. When the first line was introduced, they were unique in design, year-dated and available only for a limited time – innovations in the world of ornaments. Since 1973, Hallmark has introduced more than 8,000 different Keepsakes Ornaments and more than 100 ornament series, groups of ornaments that share a specific theme.
The finished Keepsake Ornaments reflect the way styles, materials, formats and technology have expanded since the first ones appeared in Hallmark stores in 1973. Once a collection of decorated glass balls and yarn figures, Keepsake Ornaments now are made in a wide array of wood, acrylic, porcelain, blown glass, metal and handcrafted formats.
But one thing hasn’t changed. Their superior craftsmanship and high quality still ensure that Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments will become family heirlooms and cherished collectibles.”
1973: This is one of the very first Keepsake Ornaments released in 1973. Who still has one? We’d love to see it!
1974: This little angel was part of the Keepsake Ornament collection released in 1974. What’s the earliest Keepsake Ornament in your collection? Post a picture in the comments. We’d love to see it.
1975: Disco may have ruled the radio in 1975, but this Rocking Horse ruled trees everywhere!
1976: The U.S. was celebrating its 200th birthday when Happy the Snowman arrived as part of the 1976 Keepsake Ornament line. Where are our snow lovers? Show us your snowman pics in the comments!
1977: This Mickey Mouse and Friends Keepsake Ornament was the first to feature Disney characters. It came out in 1977, and we’re proud to say our partnership is still going strong. We’d love to see your favorite Disney Keepsake Ornaments in the comments!
1978: Our 1978 throwback is a playful carousel featuring a horse, truck and red sleigh. Which would you have chosen to ride? And why?
1979: Vrrrroom! Santa’s Motorcar came racing onto the scene as part of the 1979 Keepsake Ornament collection. This design was the first in a series called Here Comes Santa. Anyone remember that series? We’d love to see your Santa ornaments in the comments below!
1980: Released in 1980, this ornament—A Cool Yule—is part of the longest-running series in Keepsake Ornament history! The Frosty Friends series turns 44 this year and was originally inspired by a Hallmark greeting card from the 1970s. Be sure to pick up the 44th Frosty Friends this year at Ornament Premiere!
1981: This ornament was the first in our Rocking Horse series that began in 1981, ran for 16 years and was one of our most popular series ever produced. Keepsake Artist Matt Johnson brought the series back in 2020 as the re-imagined Rocking Horse Memories series, using new materials, patterns and embellishments. We love that this childhood classic has made a comeback! Be sure to pick up the 2023 Rocking Horse at Ornament Premiere in July. Share your childhood rocking horse memories in the comments.
1982: In 1982, this Tin Locomotive chugged its way into the Keepsake Ornament line and into collectors’ hearts. It was the first in a popular series that depicted eight models of locomotives inspired by trains from the early days of American transportation.
1983: 1983 brought this sweet Cinnamon Bear series to Keepsake Ornaments. With a spinning top for his prop, he won hearts as the first in a series that lasted until 1990. So beary adorable!
1984: This is the ornament that started our Nostalgic Houses and Shops series. At nearly 40 years old, the series is still going strong! Be sure to pick up the one for 2023 at Ornament Premiere in July!
1985: Halfway through the ‘80s, this charming Rocking Horse embroidery hoop ornament trotted onto the tree. Do you still have yours? Tell us in the comments!
1986: In 1986, this beautiful Bluebird made its debut. Hand-painted and made of porcelain, there was no clipping its wings—although its clothespin base was perfect for clipping to the tree!
1987: With a gift for your special someone tucked safely inside, this cute little carriage rolled into the ornament line in 1987. Did you pick up a Sweetheart for yourself or was it gifted to you? Tell us the story in the comments below!
1988: Buttercup was the first ornament in the beloved Mary’s Angels series, which is still going strong after 35 years. Maybe it’s because every ornament is named after a flower, but this sweet series just makes us smile! Will you be picking up Mary’s Angels #36 at Ornament Premiere?
1989: In 1989, spandex, leg warmers and mullets were all the rage. Our little elf, Hark! It’s Herald, may not have entered 1989 as a fashion icon, but we’re pretty sure he was on trend for the North Pole. And those rosy, red cheeks can’t help but make ya smile, right?
1990: This Merry Olde Santa was the first in a series that ran from 1990– 1999. The series depicted the jolly old elf in Santa suits he’d wear in various parts of the world—if you could catch a glimpse of him, that is.
1991: This precious pup was the first ornament in our Puppy Love series that’s still going strong today. Do you have any ornaments from the series? We’d love to hear about them in the comments. Tell us about your own furry friends, too! Be sure to check out Puppy Love #33 at Ornament Premiere in July!
1992: In 1992, favorite holiday gifts included X-Men action figures and Barbie™ Dream Houses. We like to imagine our Cheerful Santa ornament delivered plenty of both that year. What was on your Wish List in the 1990s? Or had you not arrived quite yet?
1993: In 1993, we debuted our very first recordable ornament, Messages of Christmas. Featuring a merry, music-loving chipmunk sitting atop the Starsonic Recorder 93, this ornament delivered season’s greetings at the push of a button. Did you record a message and gift it? Or were you the lucky recipient of this sweet surprise? We want to know!
1994: All aboard for another #FlashbackFriday! In 1994, the Yuletide Central locomotive chugged onto the tracks and set a course for Christmas trees everywhere! The Yuletide Central series added a coal car (filled with candy), a mail car and a toy car before wrapping up in 1998 with the caboose. Did this train bring you Christmas joy?
1995: In 1995, the ornament line welcomed A Celebration of Angels #1. The series, all featuring beautiful angels in traditional African dress, continued until 1998. Do you have this ornament on your tree today?
1996: 700E Hudson Steam Locomotive, the first ornament in the beloved LIONEL® Trains series, left the station in 1996. With its intricate, true-to-life design, this series was instantly on track to become a favorite among collectors! Which LIONEL® Trains ornament is your favorite? You might find a new favorite, the 28th in the series, at Ornament Premiere in July!
1997: Featuring a beautiful, glowing light and a flashing beacon, Lighthouse Greetings #1 made its debut in 1997. If you look closely, you’ll even see Mr. and Mrs. Claus decorating their tree out front! This charming series ran until 2009. How many do you have today? Let us know!
1998: A Pony for Christmas? Yes, please! Especially when it comes with its own teddy bear rider. This series started in 1998 and is still going strong today. Our 2023 ornament, the 26th in the series, is available at Ornament Premiere, so get on your horse and grab yours beginning July 15.
1999: In 1999, this ornament kicked off our Joyful Santa series and about 41% of Americans were using the Internet. With no social media sites available at that time, the most popular news attraction was the weather. Even Santa might have given that a look as he prepped for his travels.
2000: It was the year 2000. We welcomed a new millennium. A dozen eggs cost 89 cents and a gallon of gas averaged $1.26. But even better, our Toymaker Santa series began! It became one of our most popular series ever and it’s still going today. Best of all, this year’s design is available now at Ornament Premiere!
2001: Oops! Santa caused quite a commotion back in 2001 when he had trouble getting out of the chimney on this Up on the Housetop ornament. Luckily, his reindeer came to the rescue, but it woke the family inside. With sound, light and motion, this ornament was truly ahead of its time.
2002: Here’s another #FlashbackFriday that witches, wizards and muggles will love: In 2002, one year after “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” hit the big screen, we released The Invisibility Cloak. Featuring a beloved scene from the movie, this ornament gave fans their own little piece of Hogwarts. And, 21 years later, our Harry Potter ornaments are still doing just that. Which ones did you pick up at Ornament Premiere? Tell us in the comments!
2003: Pop! Goes the Snowman, the first ornament in the Jack-in-the-Box Memories series made its debut in 2003. The nostalgic ornaments in this series all feature playful holiday designs, complete with working levers and spring-loaded boxes. Do you still have yours? Show us in the comments!
2004: With a freshly cut Christmas tree and a gift box loaded in the trunk, our 2000 Ford F-150 ornament cruised into the 10th spot in the All-American Trucks series in 2004. Featuring intricate, true-to-life details, it’s no surprise this series has been a collector’s favorite since it began in 1995. How many ornaments from the series do you have?
2005: In 2005, the dashing Skylar A. Woolscarf arrived. With a scarf, top hat, vest, pocket watch and umbrella, this smartly dressed snowman introduced the Snowtop Lodge series, which is just as charming today! Which ornament from the series is your favorite?
2006: Welcome to the gingerbread town of Noelville, the tastiest town there ever was. This Sweet Shop ornament was the first in the Noelville series, created by Keepsake Artist Linda Sickman. The series ended in 2015, with its gingerbread buildings including a clock shop, a schoolhouse, a church and a fire station.
2007: Back in 2007, Tinker Bell from Disney’s Peter Pan was the star of this Keepsake Ornament as she found herself stuck in a keyhole. Tink always did have a way of getting herself into tight spots—and then magically saving the day.
2008: 2008 marked the first year we introduced motion-detection sound ornaments, and this little peekbuster stepped up to guard the gifts under the tree by surprising anyone trying to sneak a peek, with phrases that included, “Don’t come any closer, Cookie Breath!” Did you ever peek at your presents before you were supposed to? We’d love to hear your stories!
2009: Is there any holiday tradition more fun than baking? Well, there is eating, but that’s a given, right? Sharon Visker took the tradition to heart with her Season’s Treatings series. This is the first ornament in the popular series that continues to this day! What are your favorite holiday treats?
2010: Who will you be under the mistletoe with this Christmas? Santa will undoubtedly be with Mrs. Claus at their Kissmas Cottage in Kringleville (after making his deliveries, of course). This first-in-series ornament was designed by beloved Keepsake Artist Ken Crow (retired). Ken added a special lever at the bottom you can move to see the couple smooching. Mwah! [Important: If you want to read about the journey that the 2010 entry took to get on the list be sure to read Amok Time followed by The 50th Anniversary 2010 Mystery is Solved.]
2011: The Disney/Pixar movie Up had everything, didn’t it? From love and laughter to heartbreak and hope, Pixar’s Carl and Russell embark on an emotional journey, with lots of excitement along the way. They also became the first in our series of Disney/Pixar Legends ornaments in 2011.
2012: Keepsake Artist Nina Aubé (now retired) has always been our “queen of cute” and her Cookie Cutter Christmas series is no exception. Each year since 2012, a charming Christmas Mouse has been featured doing holiday activities inside the cookie cutter ornaments. The 12th ornament in the series came out in July, and they just get more adorable each year! Pick yours up in store or online now!
2013: Back in 2013, the North Pole Tree Trimmers joined our holiday fun with the 1st ornament in the series, created by Keepsake Artist Tracy Larsen (retired). Still going strong today, each ornament features a different member of Santa’s elite tree-trimming team, with our first little elf testing the lights and just maybe adding a bit of Christmas magic to make them really shine. Take a look at this year’s version in store or online, he’s a real star!
2014: Who doesn’t love a good family game night? The wildly popular Sorry! board game, introduced in 1934, was the first ornament in our Family Game Night series in 2014. A different game stars in each ornament of the series, and every single one will bring back fond family memories. This year marks our 10th and final in the series, the Mattel UNO Family Game Night Ornament. We’d love to hear about your favorite family games below!
2015: From Disney’s The Little Mermaid comes the 2015 Ariel’s thingamabobs ornament. Find this year’s Ariel ornament now at your Gold Crown store or on Hallmark.com.
2016: Back in 2016, Keepsake Artist Kristina Gaughran created this miniature ornament, the first in her Petite Penguins series! This year marks the 8th ornament in the series. It’s available now at Hallmark.com or your Gold Crown store.
2017: 2017 brought us the first in our Cozy Critters series. This year, a Tufted Titmouse is the 7th ornament in the series, and you can pick it up now.
2018: In 2018, Keepsake Artist Joanne Wright (retired) brought us the first in her Christmas Angels series, called Peace. This year brings the sixth ornament in the series, Good Cheer. Find it now at your Gold Crown store or Hallmark.com.
2019: In 2019, this Prince of the Forest introduced our Noble Nutcrackers series. This year, you can pick up the Snowfall Prince as the newest Noble Nutcracker.
2020: In 2020, our Rocking Horse Memories series made its debut with this beauty. Find this year’s ornament at your Hallmark Gold Crown store or on Hallmark.com.
2021: Who doesn’t love stocking stuffers, especially when they’re filled with these cuties? This ornament started our Stocking Stuffers series in 2021, and a different artist designs each one. This year’s ornament was crafted by Tom Best.
2022: Just last year, in 2022, this U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 from STAR TREK: Strange New Worlds arrived and then flew off the shelves at warp speed.
2023: And it’s a wrap on our celebration of 50 years of Keepsake Ornaments with this year’s 25th in series Mischievous Kittens. Looks like this little one’s ready for a workout.
This post will be updated each Friday throughout Hallmark’s 50th anniversary retrospective.
A Spock Tree Topper has become available on eBay with a price of $52.26. The Kurt Adler topper was first produced in 2011.
Kurt S. Adler…Star Trek…SPOCK…Illuminated Bethlehem Star tree topper. “LIVE LONG AND PROSPER”.Listed as used, but was never actually put on a tree. Was part of a Star Trek collection. Comes with 2 spare bulbs. I haven’t seen another one on Ebay so it must be pretty rare. I have plugged it in and it works perfect. USPS Priority mail, $12.27, mailed same day as payment. 374505157381
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Fun Fact: the entire @Hallmark Mirror Mirror Storytellers set, including Magic Cord can fit inside the box for the Enterprise Tree Topper. pic.twitter.com/IYAYJkG5iH
In 1994, the Yuletide Central locomotive chugged onto the tracks and set a course for Christmas trees everywhere! The Yuletide Central series added a coal car (filled with candy), a mail car and a toy car before wrapping up in 1998 with the caboose. Did this train bring you Christmas joy?
You might find a new favorite, the 28th in the series, at Ornament Premiere in July!
This charming series ran until 2009. How many do you have today? Let us know!
” hit the big screen, we released The Invisibility Cloak
Did you ever peek at your presents before you were supposed to? We’d love to hear your stories!
Hallmark Star Trek Ornaments 