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Modern Art and the White House
Classroom Resource Packet
Mountain at Bear Lake – Taos by Georgia O'Keeffe hanging over the fireplace in the White House Library (2007).
White House Historical AssociationThe White House is known as the home and office of the president and the first family, but is also a museum. The White House contains a large art collection that has grown and evolved over time. Through the 20th century, the story told by the White House Collection has grown to include modern art from many diverse and innovative American artists. Explore the Modern Art and the White House Classroom Resource Packet to explore this unique collection of celebrated art.
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