The White House and President's Park District of Columbia

Crowds of people populate the White House South Lawn on a sunny day with the White House in view

VIew of the South Lawn with South Fountain and Washington Monument visible

Three people doing landscape work in a park, with the North Portico of the White House visible

Andrew Jackson Statue and view of North Side of the White House

National Christmas Christmas Tree with the view of the south side of the White House.

White House model and exhibit cases inside the visitor center

Crowds in foreground watch a performance on the stage before the National Christmas Tree at night.

The White House is owned by the American people and stewarded by the National Park Service. It is more than the President's residence; it is a site for protests and national discourse about what it means to be American. As one of the most iconic sites in the country, the White House and President's Park seeks to tell the stories of all people who have lived, worked, and visited.

Visitors explore the South Grounds of the White House during the 2026 White House Spring Garden Tours
NPS / Kelsey Graczyk

The White House Grounds
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Traditional Trades Advancement Program interns work alongside the National Park Service to maintain Lafayette Park
NPS / Kelsey Graczyk

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Trombone Shorty performs at the National Christmas Tree Ceremony in 2015.
NPS/M. Reese

You can take a virtual tour inside the White House as well as view items on display from the White House collection in the White House Visitor Center.
White House Historical Association

Matthew West performs at the 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting, Dec. 4, 2025, at the White House and President’s Park.
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South Lawn of the White House (2025)

How to Tour the White House

Tours must be scheduled through your Congressperson or embassy.

Visitors roam about in the main hall of White House Visitor Center.

White House Visitor Center

The Visitor Center is a place to learn about the White House and engage with ranger staff.

Equestrian statue of Andrew Jackson on a rearing horse in front of the White House

Military Monuments and Memorials

Discover individuals and military units honored, memorialized, and commemorated in Lafayette Park and on the Ellipse.

Women suffragists protest in a picket line outside the White House fence.

History and Culture

Learn about the people, places, and stories that define the White House and President's Park.

Ranger facing the White House with school children

Learn how to explore President's Park, see the White House, and more.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1849 C Street NW
Room 1426
Washington, DC 20240

Phone:

202 208-1631

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