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November: Book Signings at The White House History Shop
Since 1962, The White House Historical Association publications program has produced award-winning books on many subjects related to the history of the President's House, from its architecture, gardens, fine and decorative arts, to the presidents and first ladies who lived there over the years. Our titles appeal to history buffs and art lovers, connoisseurs and curious amateurs, scholars and tourists, adults
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Press Release
NEW BOOK: The White House Easter Egg Roll
The White House Historical Association today announced the release of a new publication, The White House Easter Egg Roll: A History for All Ages. This colorfully illustrated history of the White House Easter Egg Roll tells the story of the annual event through the evolution of the historic grounds and gardens in the president's backyard. Author Jonathan Pliska’s expertise as
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COMING SOON: Official 2018 White House Easter Eggs
The White House Historical Association will offer the Official 2018 White House Easter Eggs for sale beginning Thursday, March 1. The Association is the exclusive retailer of the 2018 American–made eggs and is honored to donate a number of eggs to the White House for the Easter Egg Roll. The wooden eggs will be given as gifts to children attending the White Ho
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NEW Publication - The White House Social Secretary: Personal Reflections
The White House Historical Association has just released its newest publication, The Role of the White House Social Secretary: Collected Reflections. The quarterly journal features interviews conducted by Richard Norton Smith with nearly 20 former White House social secretaries dating to Letitia Baldrige of the Kennedy administration with exclusive insights into the dynamic and integral role the social secretary plays in
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Announcing the Jazz on Jackson Place Summer Concert Series
The White House Historical Association is pleased to announce the 12th season of Jazz on Jackson Place, a summer concert series held in the courtyard of its historic Decatur House on Thursdays. The $35 ticketed event includes live music, hors d’oeuvres, and open bar from 6:30 to 8:30PM. Summer Concert Series Schedule: Thursday, June 14: Clarinetist Oran Etkin Voted #1 Rising Star Clarinetist by
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NEW Exclusive Holiday Gift Items Showcased in new Digital Catalogue and in Stores!
The White House Historical Association is pleased to offer new holiday gift items, along with the beloved Official 2018 White House Ornament, available online and in stores. The new items and ornament are showcased in the White House Historical Association’s new digital catalogue, out today! Items Include:
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Digital Library Project
The Henry Haller Collection
In summer 2018, the White House Historical Association was contacted by members of the Haller family. Their father, Henry, had worked as the White House Executive Chef for five administrations over the course of twenty-one years. During that time, Chef Haller and his family accumulated all sorts of materials — photographs, menus, recipes, letters from presidents and first ladies, programs, place cards, in
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Press Collection
Fourth of July at the White House Press Collection
President Thomas Jefferson first established the traditions of a Fourth of July celebration at the White House by opening the house and greeting the public, diplomats, civil and military officers, and Cherokee chiefs. Since that time, the festivities have evolved to include parades, fireworks, and live music. The Executive Mansion is an enduring symbol of the American dream and continues
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2015 Summer Jazz on Jackson Place
The White House Historical Association is pleased to announce the 9th season of Jazz on Jackson Place, featuring live music in our historic Decatur House courtyard. A Washington Post Going Out Guide "Editor's Pick", this summer series is not to be missed. The Thursday evening performances include live music and delicious hors d’oeuvres and libations provided by premiere local ca
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White House Historical Association Announces the 2014 White House Christmas Ornament
Today, the White House Historical Association unveiled the 2014 White House Christmas Ornament which celebrates the life of Warren G. Harding, the 29th President of the United States (1921-1923). President Harding took over the controls on the Alaskan railroad during the “Voyage of Understanding,” his famous transcontinental speaking and sightseeing tour. The Presidential Special, the train that carried President Harding west at t
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The White House Historical Association, Artsy, and Robert Rauschenberg Foundation Announce Winners of “This Art is Your Art” Video Competition
Today the White House Historical Association, Artsy, and the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation announced the winners of the This Art Is Your Art competition.This Art is Your Art was an unprecedented opportunity for university students in the United States to engage with the artwork in our country’s home—the White House—by creating a short video about the historical and ar