Collection Art in the White House
The collection of fine art at the White House has evolved and grown over time. The collection began with mostly...
Women in the White House Collection
About this Video
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are exploring the talented women artists whose portraits, sculptures, and paintings are a part of the White House Collection. American University graduate fellow Sarah Fling also discusses artistic first ladies who brought their love of art to the White House.
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