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President's Park (White House)
History & Culture
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As you explore these pages, we hope you discover something that surprises you. We invite you to learn more about history and how the National Park Service works to preserve it.
The People section provide detailed history of the National Christmas Trees written by Laura Schiavo and Christmas Pageant of Peace written by C.L. Arbelbide.
Places will provide detailed information on the park's Monuments, Memorials and Statues. One of Monuments is available that will give you up-close view of First Division Monument written by Silvina Fernandez-Duque. Also, under Statues, an article about General Comte de Rochambeau written by Margaret M. Grubiak, is now available.
Please check back often as the History & Cultural content will continue to grow.
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Did You Know?
Harrison delivered the longest inaugural address, and was the 1st president to die in office, about 32 days after elected. On March 4, he gave a 105 minute speech and did not wear an overcoat or hat. He developed pneumonia and died in the White House one month after giving his speech, on April 4.
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Last Updated: September 07, 2006 at 15:12 EST |