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Official 2017 White House Ornament Commemorates President Franklin Delano Roosevelt

The White House Historical Association unveiled today the design of the 2017 Official White House Christmas Ornament. Honoring the presidency of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the ornament features a zinc cast design inspired by the eagle cartouche that adorned the speaker’s stand at Roosevelt’s first inauguration. American-made, the 37th official ornament offered by the Association continues the tradition of honoring U.S.

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

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

New Official White House China Book Brings Presidential Dining into Focus

The White House Historical Association has released the third edition of the acclaimed book, Official White House China: From the 18th to the 21st Centuries. Expanded by White House Curator William G. Allman to include 85 new illustrations and three chapters detailing the state china services released in the William J. Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama administrations. A participant

58th Presidential Inauguration Gifts Released

The White House Historical Association announced today the release of its recommended and exclusive gifts for the 58th Presidential Inauguration. Among the custom products available for purchase are a limited-edition White House inaugural ornament and a limited edition inaugural gift box featuring thoughtfully curated items that evoke the imagery and spirit of the White House. Whether hosting guests for inaugural

White House Historical Association Partners with White House & Nexus Studios to Create New Augmented Reality Experience

The White House Historical Association announced today in partnership with the White House and London-based Nexus Studios the release of a new augmented reality app about the White House. The free download provides users with a playful look at the People’s House over the four seasons. President George Washington on the one dollar bill—the only president to not live

Edward Lengel Named Chief Historian

The White House Historical Association announced today the appointment of Dr. Edward Lengel as Chief Historian and Dr. Matthew Costello as Senior Historian. Both scholars join the David M. Rubenstein National Center for White House History, the Association’s institute for White House research and education. Lengel joins the Association after nearly twenty years with the University of Virginia, Washington Pa

New Whimsical White House Gingerbread Pop-Up Book Gives New Dimension to Holiday Tradition

The White House Historical Association announced today the release of its new publication, The Gingerbread White House: A Pop-Up Book by Chuck Fischer with text by Former White House Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier with Pastry Chef Mark Ramsdell. The playful oversized pop-up book includes illustrated text featuring child-oriented descriptions of the White House and the many rooms, activities, and people

Blair House: The President’s Guest House Examined in New Publication and Exhibit

The White House Historical Association announced today the release of its new publication, Blair House: The President’s Guest House. Authored by preeminent White House historian William Seale, the beautiful 296-page slipcased book features a detailed exploration of the history of the official guest residence for the president of the United States. One of the oldest buildings in the President’s Ne