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Timeline
Guarding the White House
The protections of the White House has evolved from the militia men that protected it in the early 1800s to the current Secret Service and police forces that guard it today.
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Timeline
Halloween at the White House
Halloween has been celebrated at the White House in various ways since the mid-20th century. Here is how different administrations recognized the holiday.
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Press Collection
President's Neighborhood Press Collection
Since the White House was first occupied by President John Adams in 1800, influential people and organizations—or those who hoped to have influence—have bought property and built homes and offices along the streets surrounding the White House. Compiled by the White House Historical Association. Please credit the Association by its full name when using this information.
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Press Collection
Halloween at the White House Press Collection
Today, the celebration of Halloween conjures images of costumed trick-or-treaters, sweets, and jack-o'-lanterns; but there was a time when All Hallows' Eve focused more on the night's thinning boundary between this world and the world of the next. Tales of ghosts and haunted places naturally bubble to the surface this time of year, and with such rich history radiating from
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Press Collection
Easter Egg Roll Press Collection
Since 1878, American presidents and their families have celebrated Easter Monday by hosting an 'egg roll' party. Held on the South Lawn, it is one of the oldest annual events in White House history. It has changed and evolved through the years, and each First Family has put their stamp on the popular event. Compiled by the White House Historical Association.
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Press Collection
The Media and The Presidents Press Collection
The press has always been part of the White House story. The passion with which the news was reported has always been read with great interest inside the president's doors. From George Washington to our 24-hour news cycle of present day, take a look at the history of the media and the White House. Compiled by the White House Historical
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Adrian Miller: The President’s Kitchen Cabinet: The Story of the African Americans Who Have Fed Our First Families
African Americans have worked in presidential food service as chefs, personal cooks, butlers, stewards, and servers for every First Family since George and Martha Washington. Award-winning author and food historian Adrian Miller explores the lives of these men and women through the lens of his upcoming book, The President’s Kitchen Cabinet: The Story of the African Americans Who Have Fe
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Press Release
Visiting the White House, White House History #46
The White House Historical Association announces “Visiting the White House" White House History # 46, which explores the wide-ranging circumstances of a visit to the White House with first person accounts of special memories, articles about royal visits and remarkable souvenir and photograph collections that bring to life the significance of what for many is a once in a lifetime experience. The jo
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Press Release
NEW BOOK- COMING EARLY OCTOBER Exploring 200 Years of Musical Performance for the President
The White House Historical Association today announced the upcoming release of its newest publication, Music at the White House, a fascinating book detailing the musical ceremonies and performances at the White House as well as musical interests of the presidents and their families that will be released in early October. This new edition, updated from the award-winning title first published
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Press Release
THIS MONTH: Join The White House Historical Association and Receive Exclusive September New Member Opportunity!
The White House Historical Association (WHHA), in partnership with the Washington Nationals, is pleased to offer those who become new association members in September, the following incentives: Two tickets with early entry to Nationals Winterfest on Dec. 17, 11:30-4PM at the Washington Convention Center A voucher for The White House in Gingerbread: Memories & Recipes by former White House Chef
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Press Release
White House Curator Shares Stories in First Interview Since Leaving 40-Year White House Career
In his first interview since retiring from a 40-year career in the White House, former Curator William G. Allman shares candid and never-before-told stories and memories of the rich history he witnessed first-hand while serving eight Presidents and their families. Allman became the Curator of the White House in 2002, having served in the office as a Curatorial Assistant and then