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HGTV star Genevieve Gorder helped us unveil the 2015 White House Christmas Ornament at the Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. This 2015 ornament celebrates the presidency of Calvin Coolidge and the first lighting of the National Christmas Tree in 1923.This is the 35th annual White House Historical Association ornament, which has been produced in the United States since 1981.Stay tuned through
This field trip experience at the David M. Rubenstein National Center for White House History at Decatur House helps students discover the impact of the War of 1812 in Washington, D.C. with a special focus on the White House and Dolley Madison's famed flight. Each student will step back in time and research and play the role of an historic
This field trip experience at the David M. Rubenstein National Center for White House History at Decatur House invites students to explore notions of bondage and freedom, and to trace President Abraham Lincoln's steps as he considered emancipation and its alternatives. While participating in a costumed reenactment, students recreate the events surrounding the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Each student
Historian Lawrence Knutson talks about President Grover Cleveland's unusual vacations, including his honeymoon and surgery at sea.
Historian Lawrence Knutson talks about President George H.W. Bush's "perpetual motion" vacations.
Historian Lawrence Knutson talks about President Lyndon B. Johnson's favorite form of relaxation while on vacation.
Historian Lawrence Knutson talks about two special presidential retreats, the Soldiers' Home and Shangri La, now known as Camp David.
Historian Lawrence Knutson talks about sports and pastimes of vacationing presidents.
