Podcast The White House Recording Library: The Forgotten Collection
A donation from the Recording Industry Association of America to the Nixon White House, the White House Recording Library was...
Music in the White House
Music is often called the universal language. It has been known to break down barriers and shape historic events in a way no other form of art can. The White House has played host to a diverse selection of historic performances since it became the home of the president and first family in 1800. From performances by the "President's Own" United States Marine Band, to country legends Johnny and June Carter Cash, those who have lived in the Executive Mansion have recognized the importance and diversity of music in shaping America.
A Friendly Voice
Marian Anderson and White House History
Music in Lincoln's White House
A President with a Passionate Love of Music
Fly Me to the Moon
Frank Sinatra Sings at the White House
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Podcast Introduction
The White House Historical Association presents The 1600 Sessions, a podcast that explores the history, untold stories and personal accounts of...
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Collection The Kennedys and the Arts
President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s advocacy for the arts endures as a vital part of th...
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Podcast America’s Pastime and the Presidency
Baseball has been known as our national pastime and has links to the presidency as far back as the Abraham...
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Podcast Decatur House, the President’s Neighbor
For two hundred years, Decatur House has stood as a near neighbor to the White House across Lafayette Square. Stewart...
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Podcast The Power of Partnerships
The history of the White House appears in unexpected places, from trivia questions at Major League Baseball games to archival...
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Podcast Moving Day
Americans are familiar with the ceremonies of Inauguration Day, when a new President takes the oath of office at the...
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Podcast Presidential Portraits
Portrait artists have captured the image and personality of our presidents throughout history, providing a record of their time in...
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Podcast Springtime at the White House
Spring is a special time in our nation’s capital, when cherry blossoms bloom and the White House garden comes al...
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Podcast British Invasion to French Restoration
The burning of the White House by the British in 1814 during James Madison's presidency represented a low point in our...
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Collection Fourth of July at the White House
It was President Thomas Jefferson who first established the traditions of a Fourth of July celebration at the White House....
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Collection "The President's Own"
On July 11, 1798, Congress passed legislation that created the United States Marine Corps and the Marine Band, America's oldest professional musical...
