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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In 1949, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt sat for her portrait in Douglas Chandor’s New York studio. Seventeen years later, The White House Historical Association purchased the portrait for the White House Collection. First Lady Lady Bird Johnson invited more than 250 guests to the February 4, 1966, presentation of the portrait, including friends, family, and former associates of Mrs. Roosevelt.
Enjoy the flickr slideshow "E. Roosevelt Portrait, 1966."
Since 1965, the White House Historical Association has been proud to fund the official portraits of our presidents and first ladies,...
In this first episode of 2021, White House Historical Association President Stewart D. McLaurin introduces the Association’s popular virtual program Hi...
Biographies & Portraits
Biographies & Portraits
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The collection of fine art at the White House has evolved and grown over time. The collection began with mostly...