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Early 19th Century: A Day in the Working White House
Diaries, memoirs, and other historical records served as the basis for a speculative glimpse of an ordinary day for domestic servants in the White House of the 19th Century.
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The Washington Collection at Tudor Place
The Washington Collection at Tudor Place is comprised of manuscripts and more than two hundred objects, making Tudor Place one of the largest public repositories of items owned by Martha and George Washington. Of particular note is a letter written from Philadelphia on June 18, 1775, by George Washington to Martha Washington at Mount Vernon upon his assuming command of the Continental
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A Garden for the President
The White House grounds began as approximately 85 acres of land chosen by George Washington, and they were refined and cultivated throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. In 1933, the President's Park, and all national capital parks, were placed under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service. Daily and seasonal maintenance of the White House Grounds is supported by a dozen or
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White House Pets: Merry Menageries
Two of the youngest presidents to reside in the White House brought their families and a menagerie of pets along with them. A pony, sheep, dogs, cats, a macaw, guinea pigs, rats, a snake, and many more animal friends lived at the Theodore Roosevelt White House. The family of John F. Kennedy brought pet hamsters Debbie and Billie; a gray
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White House Pets: A President's Best Friend
Portraits of presidents with their dogs in quiet moments of reflection or boisterous fun have played a role in forming perceptions of the character and personality of our presidents in recent years.
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Presidents in Uniform
From the beginning of our country, the United States has a history of leaders that have served in the armed forces. From the Revolutionary War to World War II, these men have served their country first as sailors, soldiers, pilots, and generals before being elected to the highest office to lead the country. Take a look through our collection of
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Presidential Inaugurations
Presidents have celebrated in many ways since George Washington danced the minuet with his beloved at his inauguration. Since that time, such activities have been broadened to include a cross-section of the American population. Receptions, balls, and other public events reflect the president’s need to include many diverse groups in the transition of power, even, at times, officially sanctioned pr
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Presidential Inaugural Balls
Three key features characterize nearly every presidential inauguration: the oath of office taken by the president at the Capitol, the inaugural parade, and the inaugural ball. Yet Article II, section 1, of the United States Constitution requires only the first mere 35-word pledge. Although no further instructions were left for subsequent events, celebration has always been an inseparable element. Initially, local
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French Gift to Theodore Roosevelt
The six bisque figurines designed by French sculptor Agathon Leonard produced by the Sevres Porcelain Factory were originally gifted to President Theodore Roosevelt and Mrs. Edith Roosevelt by a French diplomat and were used in the White House during the Theodore Roosevelt administration. They now permanently reside in the collection of the Sagamore Hill Historic Site. Leonard based his designs
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Truman Assassination Attempt
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Notable Horses
It is difficult to imagine that just one hundred years ago horses were still the primary means of transportation. For some presidents, horses were not just a necessity but also a part of their image. Before photographs, the military presidents, especially, were often portrayed in paintings on horseback. Horses that belonged to the presidents often achieved fame in their own
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Remembering First Lady Barbara Bush
The White House Historical Association joins the nation in its remembrance of First Lady Barbara Bush and the warmth, care for others, love of country, and humor she brought to her roles as Second and First Lady of the United States. Mrs. Bush is remembered for her friendly and forthright manner while helping her husband George H.W. Bush campaign