Collection Art in the White House
The collection of fine art at the White House has evolved and grown over time. The collection began with mostly...
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This oil on canvas portrait of Calvin Coolidge was painted by Charles S. Hopkinson in 1932.
This oil on canvas portrait of Calvin Coolidge was painted by Charles S. Hopkinson. Hopkinson was an award-winning painter who studied in New York, Paris, and Spain. Coolidge had served as governor of Massachusetts before becoming Warren G. Harding's vice president. Coolidge became president after Harding died in office and was then elected in his own right in 1924. He left office on March 4, 1929.
The collection of fine art at the White House has evolved and grown over time. The collection began with mostly...
Since the James Madison presidency, St. John’s Church has been an important part of the life of Lafayette Square an...
Every year since 1981, the White House Historical Association has had the privilege of designing the Official White House Christmas Ornament....
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Since 1878, American presidents and their families have celebrated Easter Monday by hosting an "egg roll" party. Held on the South...
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Although the presidency is an often all-consuming job, many presidents have found solace in their various hobbies and pastimes. When...
Camp David has provided presidents and their families with a recreational retreat from the White House, as well as a...
Animals, whether pampered household pets, working livestock, birds, squirrels, or strays, have long been a major part of White House...
Whether by hoof, air, waterway, road, or rail, the President’s access to reliable transportation is essential during their time in...
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