USPS Unveils Festive Holiday Stamps for 2024
Posted on September 14, 2024
The U.S. Postal Service unveiled new stamps for the 2024 holidays at a special event held at the Smithsonian's National Postal Museum. The new stamps include the 2024 Christmas Madonna and Child and Holiday Joy stamps.
The new stamps feature 17th-century Italian art and inspiration from Mexican folk-art.
USPS Vice President of Marketing Sheila Holman says in the announcement, "The Christmas Madonna and Child stamp is a beautiful reminder of the season's roots. It's a timeless design that brings a touch of reverence and warmth to every piece of mail. We're proud to offer this special stamp to our customers as they share their holiday greetings."
The Christmas Madonna and Child stamp features the serene Madonna and Child from the workshop of the 17th-century Italian artist Giovanni Battista Salvi, called "Sassoferrato" (1609-1685). William Gicker was the art director and Greg Breeding designed the stamp.
The four Holiday Joy stamps were inspired by Mexican folk art. They were designed by Antonio Alcalá, an art director for USPS, using original digital illustrations by Michelle Muñoz.
