For more than 30 years the American Museum of Natural History has created a Origami Holiday Tree. The alphabet fanatic that I am, was excited to learn that the theme of this year’s tree was Origami, A to Z, one creature or object for every letter of the alphabet. The 13 foot tree is covered in 500 folded paper creatures that were created by volunteers (who began folding in July!) In New York? Hurry, it’s only on view until January 3.  And for more great photos of the ornaments visit this article on Time Out New York. [via NotCot]

[Ornament photos AMNH/D. Finnin via Time Out New York]

This little video gives you an even better view, showing clips from the tree lighting ceremonies.

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