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Since 1965, the White House Historical Association has been proud to fund the official portraits of our presidents and first ladies,...
American Voices in the White House Collection
About this Video
The White House is more than just a home and office for the President of the United States, it is also a museum housing a large collection of art. As the nation has grown and changed, so has the White House Collection. Explore the White House Collection and its uniquely American stories from diverse and innovative artists.
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