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NEW Episode: The White House 1600 Sessions Podcast “Washington National Cathedral and the White House”
The White House Historical Association released a new episode of The White House 1600 Sessions podcast today featuring a conversation on the history and grand treasures of the Washington National Cathedral. The Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, sits atop Mount Saint Alban, the highest point in Washington, D.C. In this episode, Stewart
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White House History Trivia Night
Calling all history buffs! Grab your friends and test your knowledge of White House history at trivia night with New Columbia Pub Quiz. Play on teams of 2 to 6 players while enjoying complimentary pizza and soft drinks. Questions will cover a variety of topics in White House history, from presidents and first ladies to art and popular culture! Prizes will be
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NEW Issue of White House History Quarterly “Military Roles and the White House”
The White House Historical Association today released "Military Roles and the White House," the 73rd issue of its award-winning magazine, White House History Quarterly. The issue comes just before Memorial Day, and focuses on military traditions at the White House, as well as the influence of military life on the work of three first ladies, a president’s relationship with hi
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2024 Holiday Book Festival
Save the date for the 2024 Holiday Book Festival hosted by the White House Historical Association! Since 1962, the White House Historical Association has produced award-winning books on many subjects related to the history of the President's House—from its architecture, gardens, fine and decorative arts to the presidents and first ladies who lived there over the years. Our titles appeal to hi
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NEW Episode: The White House 1600 Sessions Podcast “Presidential Leadership Lessons”
The White House Historical Association released a new episode of The White House 1600 Sessions podcast today featuring a conversation on the unique qualities, personality traits, and circumstances that made certain presidents great leaders. Stewart McLaurin, president of the Association, met with Talmage Boston, attorney, historian and author of the new book, “How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons from Our To
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Educational Resource
Forged by Fire: Dolley Madison, the White House, and the War of 1812
Have history come alive for students by facilitating a theatrical performance based on events from the War of 1812 with Forged By Fire: Dolley Madison, The White House, and the War of 1812. This play was created by the White House Historical Association’s educators using primary source research and geared towards 4-6 grade students. These student plays were previously performed during fi
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Frontiers and the White House
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Holidays and the White House
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NEW Episode: The White House 1600 Sessions Podcast “Blair House: The President’s Guest House”
The White House Historical Association released a new episode of The White House 1600 Sessions podcast today to honor the bicentennial of the building of Blair House featuring a conversation about the history of what has become known as Blair House: The President’s Guest House and its importance to American diplomacy. Stewart McLaurin, president of the Association, speaks with the Ho
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NEW Digital Exhibit made in Partnership with NYU Student
The White House Historical Association debuts a new digital exhibit today in partnership with New York University’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. Black Cloth: Mourning Dress and Drapery at the White House, examines the dress and décor used during times of mourning at the White House from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th cen
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Employment
Decatur House Tour Guide
The White House Historical Association seeks a part-time tour guide to lead tours of historic Decatur House on Lafayette Square in Washington, D.C. Decatur House is owned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and operated by the White House Historical Association through a co-stewardship agreement. The tour guide conducts public tours on Mondays, and with advanced notice, can
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NEW Issue of White House History Quarterly “After the White House”
The White House Historical Association today released "After the White House," the 74th issue of its award-winning magazine, White House History Quarterly. While the White House may be the defining moment in either a life story or in the provenance of an inanimate object, the adventure does always end at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. This issue follows some interesting people and their