Yellow Oval Room, Carter Administration

This photograph of the Yellow Oval Room was taken by National Geographic photographer Joseph H. Bailey in March 1979 during the administration of Jimmy Carter. The Yellow Oval Room has served as a family library, study, and sitting room. Under the direction of First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, it was made into a formal drawing room for the first family. The room is also where the president greets guests of honor before State Dinners. The room's color scheme echoes the yellow damask furnishings and curtains selected by First Lady Dolley Madison.