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Decatur House Lower Level Entertaining Parlors
The White House Historical Association is proud to present our newly renovated Lower Level Entertaining Parlors as a new option for your next meeting, reception or dinner. As a great addition to our breathtaking Upper Level Entertaining Parlors, the Lower Level parlors are perfect for smaller, intimate gatherings. Steeped in history, the space features nineteenth century antiques and pieces from
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White House History 30: "The Presidents and the Theater"
Nearly all the presidents have enjoyed theatrical performance and sought it out. For more than two hundred years the president's White House stage has welcomed scores of singers, actors, and other artists. This issue of White House History begins an exploration of theater at the White House, spanning the field from opera to musical comedy to presidents and Shakespeare, with
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White House History 29: "Special Spaces"
Are there secret tunnels? Special spaces at the White House are usually those created by the presidents for their own use while resident there. There are special spaces for retreats, for improvement of living, and for looks. This issue touches upon some that exist and some that do not. Included are the long-vanished White House stables, the Green Room in
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White House History with Ann Compton: White House Sweets & Traditions
The White House Historical Association invites you to attend the 2019 Lecture Series, White House History with Ann Compton. Compton, an award-winning former ABC News White House correspondent, will lead engaging and informative conversations on the history of the Executive Mansion. Topics included: President Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Suffrage Movement, and First Lady Patricia Nixon. All lectures will be hosted at
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The 1600 Sessions - Wine and the White House
Wine has a long and important history in the White House, playing a unique role in entertaining, public ceremonies, and even global diplomacy. In this episode of the 1600 Sessions, White House Historical Association President Stewart D. McLaurin interviews Frederick J. Ryan, Jr., about his new book published with the Association, “Wine and the White House: A History,” providing a comprehensive look
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History Happy Hour: Wine and the White House with Frederick J. Ryan, Jr.
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.This episode features the book launch of the Association's book, Wine and the White House: A History by Frederick J. Ryan. Mr. Ryan
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New Issue of White House History Quarterly, “Queen Elizabeth II: The Royal Visits” Available on Pre-Order Today
The White House Historical Association (WHHA) today released the 64th issue of its award-winning magazine, White House History Quarterly. Queen Elizabeth II visited the United States as princess and queen, officially and privately, eight times, from 1951 to 2010, never failing to make front page news. She has met more U.S. presidents than any other head of state, thirteen of the
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NEW Episode: The 1600 Sessions Podcast “Presidential Vinyl: The White House Record Library”
The White House Historical Association released a new episode of the 1600 Sessions podcast today, “Presidential Vinyl: The White House Record Library,” which details the fascinating story of the little-known White House record collection built during the administrations of Presidents Nixon, Ford and Carter. In this episode, Association President Stewart McLaurin speaks with writer/filmmaker John Chuldenko, the grandson of President Jimm
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NEW Episode of The 1600 Sessions Podcast: “The Next Generation: What the White House Means to Me”
The White House Association released a new episode of the 1600 Sessions podcast today, “The Next Generation: What the White House Means to Me,” to announce its inaugural program, Next-Gen, a group of more than fifty influential young professionals from a wide variety of fields, bound together by a passion for history, civics, and education. Watch the episode here. The Next-Gen Lead
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The American Presidents Song
A history of the American presidents in song. Lyrics and musical adaptation by Genevieve Ryan Bellaire.
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NEW Episode: The White House 1600 Sessions Podcast “American Storyteller Bartlett Sher”
The White House Historical Association released a new episode of The White House 1600 Sessions podcast today, “American Storyteller Bartlett Sher,” which explores how one of our nation’s greatest storytellers uses theater to explain and illuminate stories of American history. In this episode, Stewart McLaurin, president of the White House Historical Association, and Tony Award-winning director Bartlett Sher discuss the portra