Susan Ford Bales
Susan Ford Bales is a Virginia native and now resides in McKinney, TX. She is the daughter of President Gerald...
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Top Dogs at the White House
Families taking up residence at the White House since the Theodore Roosevelt administration have encountered the public's insatiable appetite for...
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Ron Nessen
Ron Nessen has spent most of his adult life covering major news stories from all parts of the world. After...
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The President's Daily Diary
Some of the most fascinating documents of the presidency are the diaries that reveal what the president does all day...
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African American Performers at the White House
Beginning with James Buchanan’s administration in the 1850s, black entertainers have held a prime spot among White House performers. Th...
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White House Associations with Public Schools in the District of Columbia
After the Civil War, the nation's capital became a magnet for foreign diplomats and people who had made fortunes in...
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White House Horses
American presidents throughout history have appreciated the utility and admired the grandeur of the horse. The visual image of the...
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White House Ghost Stories
1862-1863: Mary Todd Lincoln, grieving over her son Willies death in February, began to participate in spirit circles or seances...
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Glamour and Innovation: Frankie Welch
Frankie Welch (March 29, 1924 - September 2, 2021)
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Equestrian Sports & Leisure Pursuits
Many modern presidents have had a casual interest in horseback riding, particularly as a vacation sport. However, no modern president...
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Online Resources for Grades K-5
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Sharing White House History