(AP) — A 75-foot steel tree that weighs 6,000 pounds will be moved to its destination at American National Bank in Omaha on Friday.
The Salvation Army Tree of Lights will be assembled by 50 volunteers from the Ironworkers Local 21 union on Saturday.
The tree has 80,000 lights and 655 starbursts, all LED bulbs.
The Salvation Army says it’s the largest illuminated tree in Omaha and 80 percent more efficient than traditional lit trees of the past.
In honor of The Salvation Army’s 125th anniversary of continuous service in Omaha, a special light display is planned.
This year a new animated star will top the tree and 200 twinkling strobe lights will add extra sparkle.
The Tree of Lights Campaign begins Nov. 8 at the American National Bank.