The East Room is the largest room in the White House. Grand yet sparsely decorated, it is used primarily for common gatherings such as conferences, announcements, and bill signings. It has hosted celebratory events such as receptions, performances, and weddings; and on occasion more somber ones such as funerals. Join White House Historical Association historian Dr. Matthew Costello as he explores the history of the East Room in this short video, made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities: Exploring human endeavor.

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