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History Happy Hour: Florence Harding—The First Lady, The Jazz Age, and the Death of America’s Most Scandalous President
History Happy Hour is a weekly virtual program hosted by the White House Historical Association. Join us as experts weigh in on a variety of historical topics, share their insights, answer audience questions, and enjoy presidential-inspired libations.Emerging from an emotionally traumatic early life, ambitious Florence Harding formed a partnership with newspaper editor Warren Harding, managing his career into the
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The History of Diverse Artists in the White House Collection Virtual Symposium
The White House Historical Association will host a brief, two-panel symposium on "The History of Diverse Artists in the White House Collection" on Tuesday, December 1, at 10:00am EST. The first panel will highlight the women and artists of color who are represented in the White House Collection.In partnership with the Japan Society and Portland Japanese Garden, the second panel
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Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi Unveiled in White House Rose Garden
The White House Historical Association is honored to support the addition of a new sculpture to the White House Collection. Selected by First Lady Melania Trump, Isamu Noguchi’s 1962 bronze sculpture “Floor Frame” was unveiled this afternoon in the White House Rose Garden. Acquired for the White House Collection with assistance from the White House Historical Association, this is the first
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New Episode of the 1600 Sessions “Special Episode: Reflections of the First 49 Episodes”
Today, the White House Association released the 50th episode of The 1600 Sessions. In this episode, Association President Stewart McLaurin reflects on 49 episodes of The 1600 Sessions. Returning to some of his favorite moments from past episodes, McLaurin highlights some of the most impactful moments in the podcast series. The 1600 Sessions started in 2017, and explores the history, untold stories and personal accounts
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First Ladies and the National Portrait Gallery
Join the National Portrait Gallery Senior Historian and Director of Research, Publications, and Scholarly Programs Dr. Gwendolyn DuBois Shaw as she discusses images of the newly-installed First Ladies exhibit, “Every Eye is Upon Me.” This exhibit is the largest portraiture display featuring First Ladies to take place outside of the White House. Dr. Shaw will discuss her curation of the exhi
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The Ground Floor Corridor: White House Video Tour
The Ground Floor Corridor stretches the length of the Executive Mansion, connecting the East Wing to the West Wing. Before Theodore Roosevelt’s 1902 renovation, the corridor was a dimly lit hallway leading to various service spaces. Edith Roosevelt suggested turning it into a gallery for the portraits of first ladies, and it remains so today. Join White House Historical Association hi
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The 1600 Sessions - The Triumph of Nancy Reagan
Nancy Reagan was an iconic First Lady who helped shape the legacy of one of the most consequential presidencies of the 20th century. She was known for the tremendous grace, intelligence, and style that she brought to her role as First Lady and as President Reagan’s most steadfast supporter and admirer. In this episode of the 1600 Sessions, White House Hi
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White House Historical Association Releases Addition to Exclusive Cherry Blossom Collection with Anna Weatherley
The White House Historical Association today released the second Cherry Blossom Collection installment in its exclusive retail collaboration with renowned designer Anna Weatherley: an exquisite hand-painted porcelain vase and mug featuring the delicate, iconic pink blooms of Washington, D.C. springtime. This spring’s additions to the collection are adorned with beautifully hand-painted cherry blossom branches and flowers that delicately wr
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Weekly Book Signings at The White House History Shop
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2017 Summer Jazz on Jackson Place
The White House Historical Association, in partnership with Burnett Thompson Music, is pleased to announce the 11th season of Jazz on Jackson Place. Ticketed admission includes entertainment, open bar, light hors d'oeuvres, tours of Decatur House, and a chance to win raffle prizes. Come and enjoy the sultry sounds of jazz surrounded by the ambiance of historic Washington, just steps fr
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White House History #45 Celebrates First Ladies and Their Roles in the White House
The White House Historical Association announced the publication of the Summer 2017 issue of White House History, “The First Ladies," which celebrates the First Ladies of the United States and explores how their roles have been approached, personalized, and institutionalized over time. Editor William Seale explains why the First Ladies make interesting and beloved subjects: "They never complain…yet they serve, all