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Date
11/22/2019
Time
-
Days
Friday
Cost
Free

Authors Jonathan Pliska and Matthew Costello will be on hand in the White House History Shop to sign books and meet visitors. Pliska is the author of A Garden for the President, which will be available for purchase in the shop as well as online. Costello is the author of The Property of the Nation: George Washington's Tomb, Mount Vernon, and the Memory of the First President, which will be available for purchase in store and online in October.

Since 1962, The White House Historical Association publications program 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 history buffs and art lovers, connoisseurs and curious amateurs, scholars and tourists, adults and children. Save the date and meet the authors of our publications. This event is free and open to the public. Questions? Contact books@whha.org or 202-218-4337

A Garden for the President: A History of the White House Grounds

The Property of the Nation: George Washington's Tomb, Mount Vernon, and the Memory of the First President