First Lady Nancy Reagan was one of the greatest White House hostesses. “Every first lady makes her own choices, and mine was to become very involved in planning White House events, right down to the details: the menu, table settings, flowers, and entertainment,” she wrote in her memoir, My Turn. She was dedicated to helping her husband… Read More
At the White House there are many traditions and customs that Americans have grown to cherish. For Mrs. Trump, one of the newer traditions she has instituted is honoring the White House Historical Association. The White House Historical Association was founded in 1961 by First Lady Jackie Kennedy. For the third year, Mrs. Trump has… Read More
Official White House Photo by Shealah Craighead With all the fanfare of their First State Dinner, many missed a new addition in the Diplomatic Reception Room. However, during President Trump’s historic announcement of the United States’ withdrawal from the Iran Nuclear Deal last week, Mrs. Trump made news. Everything in the Diplomatic Reception Room looked… Read More
For 140 years one White House tradition has remained for millions of families across the country. This year marks the 140th Annual White House Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn. Truly remarkable when you think about all the country has endured in times of battle, times of sorrow, times of joy, this annual… Read More
It is hard to believe that the White House Historical Association is only 56 years old. In 1961 Mrs. Jackie Kennedy founded the organization because she was passionate about the preservation of the White House for posterity. Since its founding, the nonprofit remains true to its mission of “enhancing the understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the… Read More
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