The first Christmas Elvis spent in Graceland was in 1957
surrounded by his parents and girlfriend Anita Wood .Elvis
gave Anita a poodle for Christmas. For his beloved mother,
Gladys, Elvis went on a spending spree to and bought up
every electrical kitchen appliance he could find. If that
was not enough, Elvis bought her the finest cashmere coat
he could find on Beale Street.
No matter how much Christmas cheer was toasted, the
Presley’s could not overcome their sadness. For it was at
Graceland that year that Elvis was serve his induction
notice.
Every
year that Elvis was in residence at
Graceland eight foot tall Christmas
tree held a prime position in the
lounge at Graceland.
Last Christmas Elvis spent at
Graceland was 1976 when he donated
$1,000 to the local police station.
Gave away several cars to friends and
strangers and contributed $52,00.00 to
charity. Only two days later, December
27, 1976 Elvis performed at the
Levitt Arena in Wichita, Kansas. Then
on December 28, 1976 in keeping of the
Christmas spirit, Elvis included many
gospel & religious hymns at the
concert in Dallas, Texas. Elvis loved
gift giving. As he could not send a
gift to each and every fan he would
make it clear how much he appreciated
their support by posting Christmas
cards to all the Elvis Fan Club worldwide
A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY
NEW YEAR
Remembering Elvis on his
Birthday | Christmas
at Graceland
