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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Since 1965, the White House Historical Association has been proud to fund the official portraits of our presidents and first ladies,...
Wine has a long and important history in the White House, playing a unique role in entertaining, public ceremonies, and...
Since the James Madison presidency, St. John’s Church has been an important part of the life of Lafayette Square an...
In this first episode of 2021, White House Historical Association President Stewart D. McLaurin introduces the Association’s popular virtual program Hi...
Every year since 1981, the White House Historical Association has had the privilege of designing the Official White House Christmas Ornament....
Since the laying of the cornerstone in 1792, Freemasons have played an important role in the construction and the history of...
Honoring some of the greatest moments in sports history has become a tradition at the White House. Presidents and their...
Throughout our history, presidents have faced crises that have gripped both the nation and the world. In this episode, Association...
George Washington never lived in the White House, but played a major role in its design, as well as the...
On July 11, 1798, Congress passed legislation that created the United States Marine Corps and the Marine Band, America's oldest professional musical...
From diplomatic dinners to holiday gatherings, the White House has always played a central role in the nation’s official en...
In 1816, Commodore Stephen Decatur, Jr. and his wife Susan moved to the nascent capital city of Washington, D.C. With...