• Exterior of the Oval Office, Biden Administration
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph features an exterior shot of the Oval Office of the White House taken during the White House Easter Egg Roll on April 10, 2023. The theme for the 2023 White House Easter Egg Roll, which was hosted by President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, was a return of "EGGucation," which Dr. Biden also selected in 2022. Activities at the annual celebration included the traditional Easter egg roll and egg hunt, special guest readers in the reading nook, costumed characters, food, and arts and crafts, among other educational activities. This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association.
  • Exterior of the Oval Office, Biden Administration
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph features an exterior shot of the Oval Office of the White House taken during the White House Easter Egg Roll on April 10, 2023. The theme for the 2023 White House Easter Egg Roll, which was hosted by President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, was a return of "EGGucation," which Dr. Biden also selected in 2022. Activities at the annual celebration included the traditional Easter egg roll and egg hunt, special guest readers in the reading nook, costumed characters, food, and arts and crafts, among other educational activities. This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association.
  • Rep. Byrns with a Portrait of Sarah Yorke Jackson
    Harris & Ewing
    Congress
    west view
    arts & culture
    ceremonies
    dedication
    This photograph from Harris & Ewing is of Representative Joseph "Jo" Wellington Byrns of Tennessee outside the West Wing circa 1920-1921. Byrns is photographed with an unnamed woman and a portrait of Sarah Yorke Jackson, the wife of Andrew Jackson Jr., who was the adopted son of President Andrew Jackson. Sarah filled the role of White House hostess during the last months of the Jackson administration and her portrait was added to the White House Collection in 1924. Byrns would go on to serve as the 41st Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1935 to 1936. To see the portrait of Sarah Yorke Jackson, see asset 3735 in the Digital Library.
  • President Coolidge with American Indian Delegation
    Harris & Ewing
    American Indians
    delegation
    west view
    In this photograph, President Calvin Coolidge poses alongside a group of American Indian men outside the West Wing of the White House. Following the enactment of the Indian Citizenship Act in 1924, Coolidge invited delegations from many American Indian nations to the White House. During his presidency, Coolidge increased public perception of the challenges faced by American Indian communities, while promoting assimilation into American society.
  • American Indian Group Visits the Rose Garden
    Harris & Ewing
    west view
    pets
    West Terrace
    South Grounds
    Rose Garden
    American Indians
    This photograph was taken around February 1922. It shows a group of unidentified men in the West Garden, including some dressed in traditional American Indian attire and headdresses. Several people and a dog converse the West Terrace above. The dog is likely Laddie Boy, President Warren G. Harding's Airedale terrier. The West Garden was reimagined as a green theater for official ceremonies and rededicated as the Rose Garden during the John F. Kennedy administration.
  • American Indian Group Poses for Photographs by the West Wing
    Harris & Ewing
    American Indians
    west view
    This photograph, taken around February 1922, shows a group of American Indian men gathered near the entrance of the West Wing. A man wearing a traditional headdress photographs the group. Many American Indian delegations traveled to the White House during the 19th and 20th centuries. Although some presidents expressed sympathy for their challenges, they were often met with pressure to concede their lands and assimilate into American society.
  • President Coolidge with American Indian Delegation
    Harris & Ewing
    south view
    delegation
    South Lawn
    South Grounds
    American Indians
    west view
    In this photograph, President Calvin Coolidge poses alongside a group of American Indian visitors including men, women, and children on the South Grounds of the White House. At left of the group is the the West Garden. The West Garden was reimagined as a green theater for official ceremonies and rededicated as the Rose Garden during the John F. Kennedy administration. Following the enactment of the Indian Citizenship Act in 1924, Coolidge invited delegations from many American Indian nations to the White House. During his presidency, Coolidge increased public perception of the challenges faced by American Indian communities, while promoting assimilation into American society.
  • Staff Evacuate White House following September 11 Terrorist Attacks
    Unknown
    west view
    staff
    September 11
    In this photograph, White House staffers run toward the iron gates on West Executive Avenue following an evacuation order issued by the United States Secret Service after the terrorist attacks on the morning of September 11, 2001. In response to the threat of additional attacks, approximately 1,800 executive office employees were evacuated from the East and West Wings of the White House, the Old Executive Office Building (later rededicated as the Eisenhower Executive Office Building), the New Executive Office Building, and the Winder Building.
  • Staff Evacuate White House following September 11 Terrorist Attacks
    Unknown
    September 11
    staff
    west view
    In this photograph, White House staffers run toward the iron gates on West Executive Avenue following an evacuation order issued by the United States Secret Service after the terrorist attacks on the morning of September 11, 2001. In response to the threat of additional attacks, approximately 1,800 executive office employees were evacuated from the East and West Wings of the White House, the Old Executive Office Building (later rededicated as the Eisenhower Executive Office Building), the New Executive Office Building, and the Winder Building.
  • Moment of Silence, September 11, 2019
    Andrea Hanks
    military
    flags
    commemorations
    U.S. Marine Band
    South Lawn
    South Grounds
    September 11
    west view
    In this photograph, a flag detail and a lone bugler from the United States Marine Band march across the South Grounds in front of the Rose Garden in advance of a moment of silence held on the South Lawn to commemorate the 18th anniversary of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. In 2002, President George W. Bush designated September 11th as Patriot Day, a time that has been recognized through presidential proclamations as a national day of remembrance, prayer, and service. Presidents and first ladies typically commemorate the day through moment of silence observations on the White House South Lawn, and by attending remembrance ceremonies at sites affected by the terrorist attacks.
  • Rose Garden, John F. Kennedy Administration
    Robert L. Knudsen
    west view
    South Grounds
    Rose Garden
    West Colonnade
    This photograph of the Rose Garden was taken by Robert L. Knudsen on July 13, 1962, during the John F. Kennedy administration. The Rose Garden is located on the west side of the South Grounds, just outside the Oval Office. It has gone through several incarnations: a vegetable garden in the first part of the 19th century, a “colonial” garden in 1902, and then replaced with a rose garden in 1913. In 1961, President John F. Kennedy wanted to expand the garden for official functions and events. His idea became the Rose Garden, designed by horticulturist, gardener, and close friend of the Kennedys, Rachel Lambert Mellon. The garden was installed the following year, becoming a green theater for official ceremonies and a special place for the first family’s private enjoyment. This photograph shows the Rose Garden after Rachel Lambert Mellon oversaw its installation.
  • 2019 Holiday Decorations at West Wing Entrance
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    Christmas
    West View
    This photograph of the West Wing Entrance was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on the morning of December 2, 2019 during a preview of the White House holiday decorations. A large Christmas tree is visible through the doors. The holiday theme for 2019 was “The Spirit of America”, which recognized the United States' rich history and traditions. Designed by First Lady Melania Trump, the White House decorations paid tribute to the individuals who have shaped the country and kept the American spirit alive, drawing inspiration from the hard working people and families Mrs. Trump met on her travels as first lady.
  • 2019 Holiday Decorations at West Wing Entrance
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    Christmas
    West View
    This photograph of the West Wing Entrance was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on the morning of December 2, 2019 during a preview of the White House holiday decorations. A large Christmas tree is visible through the doors. The holiday theme for 2019 was “The Spirit of America”, which recognized the United States' rich history and traditions. Designed by First Lady Melania Trump, the White House decorations paid tribute to the individuals who have shaped the country and kept the American spirit alive, drawing inspiration from the hard working people and families Mrs. Trump met on her travels as first lady.
  • Holiday Wreath Outside the White House
    Matthew D'Agostino
    Christmas
    holidays
    west view
    This photograph of a White House window decorated for the holidays was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on November 20, 2018. For their second holiday season in the White House, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump chose the theme "American Treasures" for their decor. "American Treasures" was inspired by the heart and spirit of America and featured White House holiday traditions such as the White House Gingerbread House, expanded this year to include replicas of major monuments in Washington, D.C. and the Capitol, the historic 18th-century Neapolitan crèche in the East Room, the Blue Room Christmas tree, and the Cranberry Tree in the Red Room. Over 200 hundred volunteers assisted in the decoration of the White House. The decorations included 55 Christmas trees, 105 of Mrs. Trump's signature wreaths, and more than 20,000 feet of lights.
  • Holiday Wreath Outside the White House
    Matthew D'Agostino
    Christmas
    holidays
    west view
    This photograph of a White House window decorated for the holidays was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on November 20, 2018. For their second holiday season in the White House, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump chose the theme "American Treasures" for their decor. "American Treasures" was inspired by the heart and spirit of America and featured White House holiday traditions such as the White House Gingerbread House, expanded this year to include replicas of major monuments in Washington, D.C. and the Capitol, the historic 18th-century Neapolitan crèche in the East Room, the Blue Room Christmas tree, and the Cranberry Tree in the Red Room. Over 200 hundred volunteers assisted in the decoration of the White House. The decorations included 55 Christmas trees, 105 of Mrs. Trump's signature wreaths, and more than 20,000 feet of lights.
  • Holiday Wreath Outside the White House
    Matthew D'Agostino
    Christmas
    holidays
    west view
    This photograph of a White House window decorated for the holidays was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on November 20, 2018. For their second holiday season in the White House, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump chose the theme "American Treasures" for their decor. "American Treasures" was inspired by the heart and spirit of America and featured White House holiday traditions such as the White House Gingerbread House, expanded this year to include replicas of major monuments in Washington, D.C. and the Capitol, the historic 18th-century Neapolitan crèche in the East Room, the Blue Room Christmas tree, and the Cranberry Tree in the Red Room. Over 200 hundred volunteers assisted in the decoration of the White House. The decorations included 55 Christmas trees, 105 of Mrs. Trump's signature wreaths, and more than 20,000 feet of lights.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.
  • Oval Office at Night, Johnson Administration
    James R. Holland
    West Wing
    west view
    This photograph was taken by James R. Holland in June 1967 during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. The photograph shows an exterior view of the Oval Office at night. The Oval Office, along with the rest of the West Wing, was built during the Theodore Roosevelt renovation in 1902. In administrations prior, the president's office was located within the Executive Mansion.