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2023 Holiday Book Festival & Book Closeout Sale
Save the date for the 2023 Holiday Book Festival and Book Closeout Sale hosted by the White House Historical Association! More than twenty authors of popular and award-winning White House Historical Association titles will be on hand to sign their books. The public will be greeted by President Thomas Jefferson (as portrayed by historical actor-interpreter Bill Barker of Monticello). Categories include
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The Decorative Arts Collection of the White House: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
Before Jacqueline Kennedy hired the first White House curator in 1961, furnishings from the executive mansion’s collection had come and gone for more than 160 years, reflecting changing fashions. But today from a small space on the Ground Floor, the Office of the Curator fulfills the enormous responsibility of ensuring that the White House Collection is cared for, documented, displayed, and in
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History Happy Hour: Mary Lincoln - Myths from Herndon to Spielberg
Considered one of the most intriguing first ladies, this talk will explore many of the myths and misperceptions surrounding Abraham Lincoln’s wife, Mary. Of particular interest is the life the couple led during the American Civil War, one of the most dramatic episodes in American history and one of the most challenging times for any President. A daughter of th
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2023 Presidential Sites Summit: Sharing Women's Stories at Presidential Sites
From First Ladies to White House staff, women have held many important roles throughout presidential history. This panel highlights women who work to share these stories with the wider public. Speakers include:Introduction: Tina Tchen, Board Member, White House Historical AssociationModerator: Greta Brawner, Host & Executive Producer for Public Affairs Programming, C-SPANAmy Bracewell, Superintendent, Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic SiteBrooke Clement,
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2023 Presidential Sites Summit: A Conversation with FLARE
Join several founding members of the First Ladies Association for Research and Education (FLARE) for a conversation about their new co-authored book, U.S. First Ladies, Making History and Leaving Legacies. Speakers include: Introduction: Stewart McLaurin, President, White House Historical AssociationModerator: Barbara Perry, Gerald L. Baliles Professor and co-chair, Presidential Oral History ProgramDiana B. Carlin, Professor Emerita of Communication at
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History Happy Hour: Betty Ford - Dancing on the Cabinet Room Table
Outspoken. Trailblazing. Indomitable. When Betty Ford was thrust into the White House under extraordinary circumstances, she refused to be silenced by her critics as she publicly championed equal rights for women, and spoke out about issues that had previously been taboo—breast cancer, depression, abortion, and sexuality. Join us on Thursday, October 26 (6:00 pm ET) with Lisa McCubbin Hill, the NY Ti
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First Ladies
The role of the First Lady of the United States has changed over the years. These women have shaped the White House as well as the nation. For more short, educational videos from the White House Historical Association, click here. To learn more about the evolving roles of the first lady, click here. For information and short biographies about all
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History Happy Hour: Three First Ladies and Four Great Speeches
At the turn of the 21st century, experts in public address were asked to identify the top 100 political speeches of the 20th century. Over 100 scholars submitted their choices and among the final 100 were four by first ladies--two by Eleanor Roosevelt, one by Barbara Bush, and one by Hillary Clinton. This upcoming History Happy Hour program explores the entrance of first
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The Kennedy Rose Garden: Traditionally American
In 1961, President John F. Kennedy began to envision a "traditionally American" garden located just outside the Oval Office. His idea became the Rose Garden, which was installed the next year. This garden has had a strong presence on the White House grounds and in the American presidency ever since. It is a White House institution, a special place for official
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White House History Live: Women at the White House - Five Untold Stories
Join us in learning more about White House History right from your own home. Our Facebook Live series, White House History Live, delves into the stories that make up the history of the Executive Mansion. In honor of Women’s History Month, Association historians Sarah Fling and Lina Mann will discuss the stories of five lesser-known White House women, including en
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Women at the White House - Five Untold Stories
In honor of Women’s History Month, Association historians Sarah Fling and Lina Mann will discuss the stories of five lesser-known White House women, including enslaved and free White House workers, presidential daughters, and first ladies with Dr. Colleen Shogan, Director of the David M. Rubenstein National Center for White House History.
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Presidential Sites Summit 2022: March 16 Afternoon General Sessions
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