This photograph was taken at a ceremony held on the South Lawn of the White House in honor of the freed American hostages who were held in Iran. The ceremony, held on January 27, 1981, included a speech by President Ronald Reagan, who was just seven days into his first administration. 66 United States citizens, diplomats, and military personnel were held in the U.S. embassy in Tehran beginning on November 4, 1979 and lasting for 444 days. On January 20, 1981, the remaining 52 hostages still in captivity were finally released.

In this photograph by David Hume Kennerly, Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain gives a toast at a State Dinner held in her honor. President Gerald R. Ford, who gave a toast before Queen Elizabeth, looks on. The State Dinner was held on July 7, 1976 under a tent in the Rose Garden on the South Grounds of the White House and followed a State Arrival Ceremony held earlier in the day. Queen Elizabeth, along with her husband, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, visited the United States from July 6 to 11 in celebration of the American Bicentennial. During their six day trip, they visited eight American cities, starting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

In this photograph by Ricardo Thomas, President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford speak with Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh on the South Drive of the White House on July 7, 1976. The group were captured at a State Dinner held in honor of Queen Elizabeth's State Visit. The State Dinner was held in the Rose Garden, under a temporary tent erected for the dinner. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip visited the United States from July 6 to 11 in celebration of the American Bicentennial. During their six day trip, they visited eight American cities, starting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

In this photograph by Ricardo Thomas, President Gerald R. Ford and Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain welcome guests in a receiving line on the on July 7, 1976. Shaking Queen Elizabeth's hand is the British-born actor Cary Grant. The receiving line, which took place on the South Drive of the White House, was held prior to a State Dinner in honor of Queen Elizabeth. The State Dinner was held under a tent in the Rose Garden on the South Grounds of the White House and followed a State Arrival Ceremony held earlier in the day. Queen Elizabeth, along with her husband, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, visited the United States from July 6 to 11 in celebration of the American Bicentennial.

In this photograph by Ricardo Thomas, Willie Mays and Telly Savalas pose with other guests in front of the South Portico of the White House on July 7, 1976. Mays (center), considered one of the greatest Major League Baseball players of all time, and Savalas (second from the right), an actor, were among the guests at a State Dinner held that night in honor of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain. The State Dinner was held under a tent in the Rose Garden on the South Grounds of the White House and followed a State Arrival Ceremony held earlier in the day. Queen Elizabeth, along with her husband, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, visited the United States from July 6 to 11 in celebration of the American Bicentennial. First Lady Betty Ford invited guests to the State Dinner that embodied the best and brightest Americans, including Mays, Savalas, Dorothy Hamill, and Cary Grant. Savlas' television show, "Kojak," was reportedly a favorite of Queen Elizabeth's.

In this photograph by Karl Schumacher, First Lady Betty Ford and social secretary Maria Downs lead members of the press on a preview tour ahead of a State Dinner held in honor of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain. The media tour as well as the State Dinner took place on July 7, 1976. The tour included a preview of the temporary tent erected in the Rose Garden for the dinner and the tables and decor set up inside. Queen Elizabeth and her husband, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, visited the United States from July 6 to 11 in celebration of the American Bicentennial. During their six day trip, they visited eight American cities, starting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

In this photograph by Karl Schumacher taken on July 7, 1976, preparations are underway inside a tent erected for a State Dinner held in honor of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain. The State Dinner, which was held in the Rose Garden, followed a day of activities with President Gerald R. Ford, First Lady Betty Ford, Queen Elizabeth, and her husband, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, including a State Arrival Ceremony that morning. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip visited the United States from July 6 to 11 in celebration of the American Bicentennial. The tent, which was temporary, included carpeted floors that were installed under the direction of Mrs. Ford, to protect shoes and ensure wet grass would not cause a slippery surface.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, members of the NASCAR racing community enjoy a reception on the South Lawn of the White House. Though he was unable to attend the event as his presence was needed for peace negotiations at Camp David, the event was organized by President Jimmy Carter. A passionate NASCAR fan, Carter used to sell tickets at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. Guests in attendance included Bill France, Sr. and Bill France, Jr., and country singer Willie Nelson performed.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by torchlight during an evening reception on the South Lawn. The United States Marine Band can be seen performing on the South Portico in the background. This photograph was taken during an event held for the National Association for Stock Car Racing (NASCAR) community, which included a dinner and entertainment by country singer Willie Nelson.

This photograph of American musician Jon Batiste on stage at a State Dinner held in honor of President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House for an official State Visit, which included a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn in the morning and a State Dinner in the evening. Batiste performed a medley of songs, including a jazz interpretation of "The Star Spangled Banner" with elements of the French national anthem, "La Marseillaise." Batiste ended the night with a classic New Orleans-style second line around the enclosed pavilion on the South Lawn, where the dinner was held. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of American musician Jon Batiste on stage at a State Dinner held in honor of President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House for an official State Visit, which included a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn in the morning and a State Dinner in the evening. Batiste performed a medley of songs, including a jazz interpretation of "The Star Spangled Banner" with elements of the French national anthem, "La Marseillaise." Batiste ended the night with a classic New Orleans-style second line around the enclosed pavilion on the South Lawn, where the dinner was held. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of American musician Jon Batiste on stage at a State Dinner held in honor of President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House for an official State Visit, which included a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn in the morning and a State Dinner in the evening. Batiste performed a medley of songs, including a jazz interpretation of "The Star Spangled Banner" with elements of the French national anthem, "La Marseillaise." Batiste ended the night with a classic New Orleans-style second line around the enclosed pavilion on the South Lawn, where the dinner was held. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of American musician Jon Batiste on stage at a State Dinner held in honor of President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House for an official State Visit, which included a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn in the morning and a State Dinner in the evening. Batiste performed a medley of songs, including a jazz interpretation of "The Star Spangled Banner" with elements of the French national anthem, "La Marseillaise." Batiste ended the night with a classic New Orleans-style second line around the enclosed pavilion on the South Lawn, where the dinner was held. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. Macron is captured speaking onstage beside President Biden during a State Dinner held in honor of Macron's visit. President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House for an official State Visit, which included a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn in the morning and a State Dinner in the evening. The State Dinner took place in a temporary enclosed pavilion constructed on the South Lawn. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of First Lady Dr. Jill Biden with American musician Jon Batiste was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. Dr. Biden welcomed Batiste onstage to perform a medley of songs at a State Dinner held in honor of President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and Dr. Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House for an official State Visit that included a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn in the morning and a State Dinner in the evening. The State Dinner was also held on the South Lawn, in a temporary enclosed pavilion. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of First Lady Dr. Jill Biden with American musician Jon Batiste was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. Dr. Biden welcomed Batiste onstage to perform a medley of songs at a State Dinner held in honor of President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and Dr. Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House for an official State Visit that included a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn in the morning and a State Dinner in the evening. The State Dinner was also held on the South Lawn, in a temporary enclosed pavilion. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. sharing a toast with President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. Biden and Macron were photographed onstage during a State Dinner held in honor of the French president's visit to the White House. Earlier in the day, President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House at a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn. The State Dinner followed that evening, held in a temporary enclosed pavilion also on the South Lawn. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. sharing a toast with President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. Biden and Macron were photographed onstage during a State Dinner held in honor of the French president's visit to the White House. Earlier in the day, President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House at a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn. The State Dinner followed that evening, held in a temporary enclosed pavilion also on the South Lawn. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

This photograph of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. sharing a toast with President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. Biden and Macron were photographed onstage during a State Dinner held in honor of the French president's visit to the White House. Earlier in the day, President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House at a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn. The State Dinner followed that evening, held in a temporary enclosed pavilion also on the South Lawn. All use of images needs to be approved by WHHA in writing.

In this photograph by Ralph Alswang, President Bill Clinton is presented with a commemorative jersey by members of the United States Women's National Soccer team on July 27, 1999. President Clinton welcomed the team at a South Lawn ceremony following their FIFA Women's World Cup victory earlier that month. Players Julie Foudy and Carla Overbeck presented President Clinton with a jersey with the number "99" on the back in honor of their championship year. The United States also hosted the tournament the month-long tournament. It was the women team's second World Cup championship since the tournament began in 1991.

In this photograph by Chuck Kennedy, students from DC SCORES play soccer on the South Lawn of the White House on October 1, 2014. The soccer clinic occurred following Sporting Kansas City's visit to the White House. President Barack Obama honored the team for their 2013 Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup Championship in an East Room ceremony. DC SCORES is an organization founded in 1994 in Washington, D.C. to establish neighborhood youth soccer teams and aiming to bring the lessons learned on the playing field into the classroom and life.

In this photograph by Lawrence Jackson, a group of children from military families play soccer on the South Lawn of the White House on June 27, 2011. The soccer clinic occurred following the Colorado Rapids' visit to the White House. President Barack Obama honored the team for their 2010 Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup Championship in an East Room ceremony. Members of the team were on had for the clinic, as seen on the sidelines in the background of this photograph.

This photograph of press secretary and staff director to First Lady Pat Nixon, Constance “Connie” Cornell Stuart, addressing members of the press was taken on June 12, 1971. That day, Tricia Nixon -- eldest daughter of President Richard M. Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon -- married Edward Cox at the White House in a Rose Garden ceremony followed by a reception in the East Room. Press members outnumbered the 400 wedding guests by approximately two to one, with the White House issuing around 700 press credentials. There was also a yellow and white striped tent at the tennis pavilion, which served as an outdoor press room.

This photograph of press secretary and staff director to First Lady Pat Nixon, Constance “Connie” Cornell Stuart, addressing members of the press was taken on June 12, 1971. That day, Tricia Nixon -- eldest daughter of President Richard M. Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon -- married Edward Cox at the White House in a Rose Garden ceremony followed by a reception in the East Room. Press members outnumbered the 400 wedding guests by approximately two to one, with the White House issuing around 700 press credentials. There was also a yellow and white striped tent at the tennis pavilion, which served as an outdoor press room.

This photograph taken by Oliver F. Atkins on June 11, 1971, shows the construction of the platform for the gazebo where Tricia Nixon and Edward Cox would exchange vows in the Rose Garden. Their wedding, which took place the next day, was the 16th documented wedding to take place at the White House and the first to be held in the Rose Garden or outdoors. Nixon was the daughter of President Richard M. Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon. Approximately 400 guests attended the wedding.