Many people don’t know just inside the East Wing is a movie theater in the White House. A room that at times also acts as a coat closet during large events is a refuge for the first family at times – and also another venue the President and First Lady to entertain guests. Guests including members of… Read More
I continue to receive emails regarding the Old Family Dining Room at the White House and its new look, so here is some more information on this historic room and its recent renovation. In 1825, John Quincy Adams wanted the First Family to have a place to take their meals. Located just off the State Dining Room, the… Read More
It’s time to start getting ready for Valentine’s Day! This 2007 Valentine’s portrait of Barney watching as Miss Beazley gives a kiss to India (aka Kitty) the cat in the Red Room is still, by far, one of my favorite White House photos of all times. It was also one of the White House photographers’… Read More
Happy Anniversary to President and Mrs. George H. W. Bush – the first, First Couple to have been married longer than Abigail and John Adams ! Please see the Fox News story below. Former President George H.W. Bush and first lady Barbara Bush are marking a milestone in their love story this Tuesday, celebrating 70… Read More
Its time to start thinking about Easter and of course the White House Easter Egg Roll ! On Monday, April 21, 2014, the First Family will host the 136th annual White House Easter Egg Roll. This year’s theme is “Hop into Healthy, Swing into Shape.” More than 30,000 people will assemble on the South Lawn… Read More
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