Collection President Truman's Renovation
During the administration of President Harry S. Truman, the White House underwent a renovation and expansion so extensive, it changed...
Mr. Truman's Renovation: Damask Wall Covering
- Date of Work
- March 14, 1952
- Medium
- Photo
- Credit
- Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum/NARA
Mr. Truman's Renovation: Damask Wall Covering
Employees of B. Altman Co. of New York install a blue and gold damask wall covering in the Blue Room, March 14, 1952.
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