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Picturing the President's House: ULYSSES S. GRANT
 
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Title: Photograph of the White House and Conservatory

Description: This image shows the White House and conservatory, where President Grant added a billiard room. The room had a billiard table, wood walls, and a tiled floor. The president would challenge his guests to a match after dinner, and would spend his free time perfecting his game.

Date: c.1870

Creator: Unknown

Credit: Library of Congress




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