Presidential Inaugurations
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The Ground Floor
The white marble walls of the Ground Floor corridor complement the vaulted ceiling arching gracefully overhead. Architect James Hoban installed...
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The Second Floor
When John Adams first occupied the President's House in 1800, the Second Floor was generally reserved for private and family use....
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The Butler's Role at a State Dinner with Royal Visitors
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Marian Anderson Performs at the White House
One of the most memorable performances in White House history was Marian Anderson’s rendition of Schubert’s "Ave Maria" as t...
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Glamour and Innovation: Sally Milgrim
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Glamour and Innovation: The Women Behind the Seams of Fashion at the White House
When the First Lady of the United States wears particular clothing, it is considered a major achievement for the selected...
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Recommended White House Literature for Young Readers
Barnes, Peter W. and Cheryl Shaw Barnes. Woodrow the White House Mouse. Washington, D.C.: Little Patriot Press, 2012.Using rhymes...
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