Podcast White House Builder James Hoban’s Irish Roots
Over 200 years ago, James Hoban left Ireland for America to pursue his dream of becoming an architect. Selected by President...
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Over 200 years ago, James Hoban left Ireland for America to pursue his dream of becoming an architect. Selected by President...
Every year since 1981, the White House Historical Association has had the privilege of designing the Official White House Christmas Ornament....
The collection of fine art at the White House has evolved and grown over time. The collection began with mostly...
When you’re cooking for the president and first family, your meals and recipes become a part of history. In th...
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 James Madison presidency, St. John’s Church has been an important part of the life of Lafayette Square an...
Thousands of people traverse historic Lafayette Park every day to get a glimpse of the White House. The park, right...
Since the laying of the cornerstone in 1792, Freemasons have played an important role in the construction and the history of...
Wine has a long and important history in the White House, playing a unique role in entertaining, public ceremonies, and...
Honoring some of the greatest moments in sports history has become a tradition at the White House. Presidents and their...
Animals, whether pampered household pets, working livestock, birds, squirrels, or strays, have long been a major part of White House...