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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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An interview with Allida M. Black - Director and Editor, The Eleanor Roosevelt Papers; Research Professor of History & International Affairs, The George Washington University - Eleanor Roosevelt "My Day" columns.
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History Happy Hour: The Working White House
Since 1800, hundreds of dedicated staff members have worked behind the scenes to help the White House fulfill its roles as a seat of government, a family residence, and a historic site. Join Association historian Sarah Fling as she highlights lesser-known stories of White House workers throughout history. History Happy Hour is a biweekly virtual program hosted by the White House
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Changes to the White House: 1830 - 1952
When studying history, it is important to examine how things can change over time. How did we get from point A to point B? Also, why did we get from point A to point B? From the outside, the White House appears to rarely change. The Residence, along with the East and West Wings, stands as an enduring symbol of
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Public Spaces of the White House
Thousands of people visit the White House every year. During public tours, visitors walk through rooms that have been used by presidents and their families for over two centuries. Years ago, curious guests could knock on the front door of the White House and ask to see inside. Today, visitors wait weeks or even months to gain access for a
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The President's Office
The White House serves multiple functions, including providing an office for the President of the United States. For more than a century, the president's office has been located in the Oval Office of the West Wing, but this was not always the case. Whether the president is addressing the nation, signing legislation, discussing issues with cabinet members, or meeting with
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The White House at Work
Ever since John and Abigail Adams moved into the President's House in 1800, hundreds of individuals have worked behind the scenes to help the White House fulfill its roles as a home, office, and museum. White House staff serve the many needs of the first family in a variety of occupations. They prepare family meals, serve elaborate State Dinners, maintain the