Collection The Historic Stephen Decatur House
In 1816 the naval war hero, Commodore Stephen Decatur, Jr., and his wife, Susan, moved to the nascent capital city of...
New Year's Day Invitation
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New Year's Day Invitation
General Theodorus Bailey, a member of Congress, and his wife were invited to a dinner given by President and Mrs. Adams on New Year's Day, 1801. The reception was held in the second floor oval room, today known as the Yellow Oval Room. Despite living in a partially unfinished residence, President and Mrs. Adams were determined to host guests in the White House.
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The Life and Presidency of Woodrow Wilson
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