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  1. Why is the White House white?

    White House Collection/White House Historical Association Show Me More Meant to wear off for the most part, leaving cracks and crevices filled, the whitewash was never allowed to weather, …

  2. Tour the White House in 360 Degrees

    The below digital notebook was created by the White House Historical Association to assist students and teachers using “The White House 360 Virtual Tour” in their classrooms. Even if …

  3. Homepage - White House Historical Association

    The White House 1600 Sessions is a podcast that explores the history, untold stories, and personal accounts of America’s most iconic residence and office – The White House. Through …

  4. How did the White House get its name?

    There is a popular misconception that the White House was first painted white to cover the scorch marks left by British soldiers who burned the house on August 24, 1814. In fact, the White …

  5. White House Tour - White House Historical Association

    During the administration of President Harry S. Truman, the White House underwent a renovation and expansion so extensive, it changed the Executive Mansion more than the fire of 1814. The …

  6. White House Dimensions

    It takes 570 gallons of white paint to cover the exterior of just the residence portion of the White House (center), excluding the West and East Wings. While there is no definite set schedule, …

  7. Plan Your Visit - White House Historical Association

    White House 360° Tour A 360° Tour of the Executive Mansion with Digital Notebooks for Teachers & Students; Publishing Information On Our Award-Winning Books & White House …

  8. 2024 White House Christmas in Pictures

    The 2024 White House Gingerbread House, on display in the State Dining Room, featured a golden starburst atop the White House and an ice skating rink – complete with skaters – on …

  9. People’s House Party: 1970s Prom Night - White House Historical ...

    Get ready to boogie, because we’re celebrating the 50 th anniversary of the first and only White House prom with a party at The People’s House: A White House Experience! Your ticket …

  10. Why is the White House White?

    Collection The President's Neighborhood. Since the White House was first occupied by President John Adams in 1800, influential people and organizations—or those who hoped to have …