Collection Presidential and First Lady Portraits
Since 1965, the White House Historical Association has been proud to fund the official portraits of our presidents and first ladies,...
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Creator: Abbie Rowe, National Park Service, 1953.
President and Mrs. Eisenhower's bedroom was decorated with pink flower patterns. Mrs. Eisenhower loved pink and popularized the color so much so that it began to be called "Mamie pink."
Since 1965, the White House Historical Association has been proud to fund the official portraits of our presidents and first ladies,...
When First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy took on the herculean task of restoring the interior of the White House, she appointed...
Many people approach the decor of their homes as a reflection of oneself. But what happens when a home's interior...
A dinner at the White House has always had significance beyond the gastronomical delights. The elegance of the State Dining...
President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s advocacy for the arts endures as a vital part of th...
Dwight D. Eisenhower was the only army general elected president in the twentieth century. His achievements were many — he was an...
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Pat Nixon entering the White House as First Lady. Through hard work and...
During the administration of President Harry S. Truman, the White House underwent a renovation and expansion so extensive, it changed...
Biographies & Portraits
While there has yet to be a female president, women have played an integral role in shaping the White House...
The White House Historical Association is a nonprofit educational association founded in 1961 for the purpose of enhancing the understanding, appreciation,...
As part of the White House Historical Association’s 60th anniversary celebration in 2021, the Next-Gen Leaders (NGL) initiative was announced. Th...