Take a Tour
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The White House is in our nation’s capital
capital
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the city in which the main offices of a government are located
(noun)
Charleston is the capital of West Virginia.
, Washington, D.C. The White House is more than 200 years old. It is where the president and the First Family live. See what happens in America’s most famous home.
The president works.
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He signs bills into law. Here, President Donald Trump signs a bill
bill
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a written description of a new law that is being suggested, which lawmakers must vote on
(noun)
Senators voted to approve the bill.
for kids’ health.
The president has fun.
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He can go to the White House theater. President Ronald Reagan enjoyed The Sound of Music.
The president spends time with family.
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Even the president needs to relax. President John F. Kennedy celebrated Christmas at the White House. He posed for a family photo. But the pets would not sit still!
The president hosts guests.
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World leaders visit the White House. President Barack Obama hosted Justin Trudeau. He is Canada’s leader. They waved for a photo.
Did You Know?
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U.S. presidents pay for their own food. A bill comes every month. Here, President Gerald Ford fixes an English muffin in the White House kitchen.