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 illustration shows President Theodore Roosevelt learning jui-jitsu from Yamashita Yoshiaki in the East Room. The spectators include future president William H. Taft, Roosevelt's sons, Theodore, Kermit, Quentin, and Archibald, and three women: most likely Roosevelt's wife, Edith, and daughters Alice and Ethel. Around 1905, the president invited the celebrated martial artist and instructor to the White House to provide a demonstration. The president himself took part in the demonstration in the East Room. This artistic interpretation was created by John Hutton for the White House Historical Association. Hutton's whimsical illustrations were featured in his book "How to Draw the Presidents," published by the White House Historical Association.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, attendees at a reception for the National Association for Stock Car Racing (NASCAR) community gather in front of the South Portico as the United States Marine Band prepares to perform. Nicknamed "the President's Own" by President Thomas Jefferson, the U.S. Marine Band has provided music on behalf of the president since its establishment in 1789. At this event, the Marine Band provided music for guests from the NASCAR racing community, who were invited to a party on the South Lawn by President Jimmy Carter.

This photograph, taken by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, shows the South Portico of the White House illuminated at night. The silhouettes of members of the United States Marine Band can be seen on the lower balcony. This photograph was taken on September 13, 1978, when members of the National Association for Stock Car Racing (NASCAR) community were invited to a dinner and concert on the South Lawn. President Jimmy Carter issued the invitations but was unable to attend, as he was involved with Middle East peace talks at Camp David.

This photograph, taken by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, shows the South Portico of the White House illuminated at night. The silhouettes of members of the United States Marine Band can be seen on the lower balcony. This photograph was taken on September 13, 1978, when members of the National Association for Stock Car Racing (NASCAR) community were invited to a dinner and concert on the South Lawn. President Jimmy Carter issued the invitations but was unable to attend, as he was involved with Middle East peace talks at Camp David.

This photograph, taken by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, shows the South Portico of the White House illuminated at night. The silhouettes of members of the United States Marine Band can be seen on the lower balcony. This photograph was taken on September 13, 1978, when members of the National Association for Stock Car Racing (NASCAR) community were invited to a dinner and concert on the South Lawn. President Jimmy Carter issued the invitations but was unable to attend, as he was involved with Middle East peace talks at Camp David.

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.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

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.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

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.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.

In this photograph, taken September 13, 1978 by National Geographic photographer Steve Raymer, guests dine by candlelight at a reception on the South Lawn. The South Portico of the White House is illuminated 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. The candles at the table were positioned on unusual centerpieces, which depicted model stock cars on an elevated racing track.