• North Portico During the 2023 White House Easter Egg Roll
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    North Portico
    Lafayette Park
    This photograph features a crowd of families and visitors gathered outside the White House in Lafayette Park on April 10, 2023. At the White House that day was the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. 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.
  • Easter-Themed Topiaries at 2023 White House Easter Egg Roll
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    South Grounds
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    South Lawn
    This photograph features some of the Easter-themed decorations on the South Lawn of the White House during the White House Easter Egg Roll on April 10, 2023. It includes three topiaries shaped like eggs and two topiaries of rabbits. 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.
  • 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.
  • White House Swing Set Decorated for the 2023 Easter Egg Roll
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    South Grounds
    .This photograph of a swing set decorated for the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on April 10, 2023. For the day's festivities, topiary creatures -- including rabbits and a butterfly -- made up of greenery, are decoratively on displayed on and around the swing set. The theme for the 2023 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. The swing set, installed by the Biden family, was located just outside the Rose Garden and within view of the Oval Office.
  • Blooming Tree at the 2023 White House Easter Egg Roll
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    South Grounds
    This photograph features a blooming springtime tree - likely a magnolia tree - on the South Grounds 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.
  • South Portico Decorated for the 2023 Easter Egg Roll
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    South Portico
    South Grounds
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    decorations
    This photograph features the South Portico of the White House decorated for the annual 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.
  • South Portico Decorated for the 2023 Easter Egg Roll
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    South Portico
    South Grounds
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    decorations
    This photograph features the South Portico of the White House decorated for the annual 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.
  • South Portico Decorated for the 2023 Easter Egg Roll
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    South Portico
    South Grounds
    Easter Egg Roll
    Easter
    decorations
    This photograph features the South Portico of the White House decorated for the annual 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.
  • Eisenhower Executive Office Building Decorated for French State Visit
    Matthew D'Agostino
    State Visit
    Eisenhower Executive Office Building
    Washington, D.C.
    This photograph of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association on December 1, 2022. The Eisenhower Executive Office Building is shown decorated with the flags of the United States of America and the French Republic in honor of a State Visit that day by President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic. President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden welcomed Macron and Brigitte Macron, spouse to the president of France, to the White House, starting off the State Visit with a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn in the morning followed by a joint press conference with President Biden and Macron in the East Room, and, later that evening, a State Dinner. This was President Biden's first State Visit as president. Formerly known as the Old Executive Office Building, the Eisenhower Executive Office Building was renamed with legislation signed by President Bill Clinton in 1999 and with a rededication ceremony presided over by President George W. Bush in 2002. Commissioned by President Ulysses S. Grant and completed in 1888, the building was designed by Alfred Mullet in the Second Empire style, which is characterized by a sloping mansard roof and grand embellishments. Originally known as the State, War, and Navy Building, the building houses the offices of much of the president’s staff.
  • South Portico During France State Dinner for Emmanuel Macron
    Matthew D'Agostino
    State Visit
    State Dinner
    South Grounds
    South Portico
    This photograph of the South Portico of the White House was taken during a State Dinner honoring President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic on December 1, 2022. The State Dinner was part of Macron's official State Visit with President Joseph R. Biden, and was preceded earlier in the day by a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn and a joint press conference with Biden and Macron in the East Room of the White House. The State Dinner took place under a tent on the South Lawn and included decor in red, white, and blue - the common colors on the flags of the United States and France - and a performance by singer-songwriter Jon Batiste. Visible in this photograph are buses that transported guests to the dinner. This was Biden's first State Visit as president. This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association.
  • South Portico During France State Dinner for Emmanuel Macron
    Matthew D'Agostino
    State Visit
    State Dinner
    South Grounds
    South Portico
    This photograph of the South Portico of the White House was taken during a State Dinner honoring President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic on December 1, 2022. The State Dinner was part of Macron's official State Visit with President Joseph R. Biden, and was preceded earlier in the day by a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn and a joint press conference with Biden and Macron in the East Room of the White House. The State Dinner took place under a tent on the South Lawn and included decor in red, white, and blue - the common colors on the flags of the United States and France - and a performance by singer-songwriter Jon Batiste. Visible in this photograph are buses that transported guests to the dinner. This was Biden's first State Visit as president. This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association.
  • North Front of the White House Decorated for France State Dinner
    Matthew D'Agostino
    State Visit
    State Dinner
    North Grounds
    North Front
    This photograph of a window on the North Front of the White House was taken during a State Dinner honoring President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic on December 1, 2022. A flag of the French Republic is draped over the window. The State Dinner was part of Macron's official State Visit with President Joseph R. Biden, and was preceded earlier in the day by a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn and a joint press conference with Biden and Macron in the East Room of the White House. The State Dinner took place under a tent on the South Lawn and included decor in red, white, and blue - the common colors on the flags of the United States and France - and a performance by singer-songwriter Jon Batiste. This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association.
  • South Portico During France State Dinner for Emmanuel Macron
    Matthew D'Agostino
    State Visit
    State Dinner
    South Grounds
    South Portico
    This photograph of the South Portico of the White House was taken during a State Dinner honoring President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic on December 1, 2022. The State Dinner was part of Macron's official State Visit with President Joseph R. Biden, and was preceded earlier in the day by a State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn and a joint press conference with Biden and Macron in the East Room of the White House. The State Dinner took place under a tent on the South Lawn and included decor in red, white, and blue - the common colors on the flags of the United States and France - and a performance by singer-songwriter Jon Batiste. Visible in this photograph are buses that transported guests to the dinner. This was Biden's first State Visit as president. This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino for the White House Historical Association.
  • Flock of Birds Near the National Christmas Tree
    Matthew D'Agostino
    Christmas
    Ellipse
    holidays
    Christmas Tree Lighting
    This photograph, taken by Matthew D'Agostino on December 5, 2019, shows a flock of birds above the National Christmas Tree during the pre-show of the 97th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. While the birds were not a scheduled part of the evening's performance, they served as a reminder that the event took place on protected natural parkland: the Ellipse on President's Park, managed by the National Park Service. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.
  • 2019 Holiday Decorations on the North Portico
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    North Portico
    Christmas
    north view
    This photograph of the North Portico and North Front of the White House decorated for the holiday season was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on the morning of December 2, 2019 during a press preview of the year's holiday decor. The windows were decorated with festive wreaths and a large ribbon greeted visitors coming 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 on the North Portico
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    North Portico
    Christmas
    north view
    This photograph of the North Portico and North Front of the White House decorated for the holiday season was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on the morning of December 2, 2019 during a press preview of the year's holiday decor. The windows were decorated with festive wreaths and a large ribbon greeted visitors coming 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.
  • 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 on the North Portico
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    North Portico
    Christmas
    north view
    This photograph of the North Portico and North Front of the White House decorated for the holiday season was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on the morning of December 2, 2019 during a press preview of the year's holiday decor. The windows were decorated with festive wreaths and a large ribbon greeted visitors coming 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 on the North Windows
    Matthew D'Agostino
    holidays
    Christmas
    north view
    This photograph of the windows on the North Front of the White House was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on the morning of December 2, 2019 during a press preview for the year's holiday decor. The windows were decorated with festive wreaths. The holiday theme for 2019 decorations 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.
  • The U.S. Marine Band Performs in the Entrance Hall
    Matthew D'Agostino
    music
    military
    holidays
    U.S. Marine Band
    Christmas
    Entrance Hall
    State Floor
    This photograph of the United States Marine Band was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on the morning of December 2, 2019 during a press preview of the White House holiday decor. The U.S. Marine Band performed in the Entrance Hall of the Executive Mansion among the festive Christmas trees lining the hall and in the adjacent Cross Hall. 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.
  • 2014 National Christmas Tree Lighting
    Matthew D'Agostino
    south view
    holidays
    Ellipse
    Christmas
    Christmas Tree Lighting
    This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on December 4, 2014, shortly before the 92nd annual National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony. The ceremony was hosted by actor Tom Hanks and his wife, singer and actress Rita Wilson, and featured performances by Ne-Yo, Patti LaBelle, Fifth Harmony, and Steve Miller. First Lady Michelle Obama read "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" with Sports Illustrated "SportsKid of the Year," Mo'ne Davis, and President Barack Obama danced with Santa Claus. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts draw hundreds of attendees.
  • 2014 National Christmas Tree Lighting
    Matthew D'Agostino
    south view
    holidays
    Ellipse
    Christmas
    Christmas Tree Lighting
    This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on December 4, 2014, shortly before the 92nd annual National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony. The ceremony was hosted by actor Tom Hanks and his wife, singer and actress Rita Wilson, and featured performances by Ne-Yo, Patti LaBelle, Fifth Harmony, and Steve Miller. First Lady Michelle Obama read "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" with Sports Illustrated "SportsKid of the Year," Mo'ne Davis, and President Barack Obama danced with Santa Claus. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts draw hundreds of attendees.
  • 2014 National Christmas Tree Lighting
    Matthew D'Agostino
    south view
    holidays
    Ellipse
    Christmas
    Christmas Tree Lighting
    This photograph was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on December 4, 2014, shortly before the 92nd annual National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony. The ceremony was hosted by actor Tom Hanks and his wife, singer and actress Rita Wilson, and featured performances by Ne-Yo, Patti LaBelle, Fifth Harmony, and Steve Miller. First Lady Michelle Obama read "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" with Sports Illustrated "SportsKid of the Year," Mo'ne Davis, and President Barack Obama danced with Santa Claus. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts draw hundreds of attendees.