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ANNOUNCING: Official 2020 White House Christmas Ornament Features President John F. Kennedy’s White House Portrait
The White House Historical Association’s Official 2020 White House Christmas Ornament commemorates President John F. Kennedy and is in the image of his posthumous official White House portrait made by Aaron Shikler in 1970. The back of the ornament features the dates that Kennedy was in office, 1961-1963, and a quote by First Lady Jaqueline Kennedy which states, “The White House belo
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New Podcast Episode Covers Research Behind the Association’s New Initiative: “Slavery in the President’s Neighborhood”
The White House Historical Association explores the topic of “Slavery in the President’s Neighborhood,” its new research initiative, in this month’s podcast episode. Association President Stewart McLaurin speaks to historians Dr. Matthew Costello, Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky, and Lina Mann about their groundbreaking research to tell the stories of the enslaved individuals who built, worked at, and lived in or near
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New Virtual Education Resources for Distance Learning Available
During this difficult time, the White House Historical Association has created new online educational content to be a resource for parents, students, educators, and learners of all ages. The NEW “Digital Resources for Distance Learning” features age-specific educational content for Kindergarten through 5th grade, 6th-12th grade, and resources for people of all ages interested in further learning.The NEW “Sharin
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Anna Weatherley Creates Exclusive White House Gardens Porcelain Collection for the White House Historical Association
The White House Historical Association announced today a new exclusive retail collaboration with renowned designer Anna Weatherley. Nine pieces comprise the White House Gardens collection of hand-painted porcelain. Inspired by flowers from the White House Rose Garden, the individual pieces feature meticulous painted tulips, Martigon lilies, columbines, and violas. Known for her delicate, masterfully painted floral pieces, Weatherley’s work al
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The White House Historical Association and The Washington Nationals Expand White House At Bat! Educational Challenge
Today the White House Historical Association in partnership with the Washington Nationals announced the new, expanded details of the educational outreach program focused on White House and presidential history. Together the two organizations developed a program this August, “White House at Bat: A Presidential History Challenge” which is now available to all high school students 9th through 12th grade in the
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The White House Historical Association Expands Military Discount Partnership with ID.me to All Online Product Offerings
ID.me, the leading digital identity verification network, is proud to announce an expanded partnership with the White House Historical Association to help military members save 15 percent on the Official White House Christmas Ornament, as well as the Association’s full online offerings. “We are flattered to be helping military members receive a discount on the entire array of White Hous
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White House Gingerbread Exhibit Highlights 40 plus Years of History and Original Chef Roland Mesnier Design
The White House Historical Association announced today a free holiday exhibit White House Gingerbread: Holiday Traditions celebrating former White House Pastry Chef Roland’s Mesnier’s new publication The White House in Gingerbread: Memories and Recipes, November 6 – December 22, 2015. Featuring the largest gingerbread White House ever designed by the Chef, the exhibit explores the tradition of gingerbread at the White House dating
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The White House Historical Association Launches New Podcast: The 1600 Sessions
The White House Historical Association announced today a new educational offering, The 1600 Sessions podcast series, telling the stories and traditions of the Executive mansion where the president works and the first family lives. Hosted by White House Historical Association President Stewart McLaurin, the series will feature experts, luminaries and eyewitnesses to history as it explores the nation’s most iconic la
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Anna Weatherley Creates Second Annual Exclusive Porcelain Easter Egg for the White House Historical Association
The White House Historical Association announced today the renewal of its exclusive retail collaboration with renowned designer Anna Weatherley. An exquisite hand painted porcelain Easter Egg featuring wisteria from the White House gardens is the second egg in an annual series the Association will offer each spring. Presented on a beautiful circular porcelain base and packaged in a custom designed
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“France and the White House” Focus of White House History #44
The White House Historical Association announces the publication of the Winter 2017 issue of White House History, which marks the 200th anniversary of President James Monroe’s reopening of the White House following the fire of 1814 by exploring the influence of French style on Monroe and ultimately the White House. Highlights include: An article on the four recently discovered paintings of th