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White House Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
The unofficial virtual White House Museum is an exhausting interactive collection of the history and architecture of the White House.
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White House Historical Association

White House Historical Association: A Tour of the White House

For Students 1st - 9th
Follow a pictorial and audio tour of the history of the White House. Each room, such as the East Room, Red Room, and State Dining Room, has its own tour complete with historic pictures and events that took place.
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White House Historical Association

White House Historical Association: Presidential Retreats

For Students 9th - 10th
These historical resources include photos of presidents and their families while on vacation or retreat from the White House. Links to many other resources for information on the White House history.
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Mr. Lincoln's White House

For Students 9th - 10th
It's odd to think of the White House as an "ill-kept and dirty rickety concern." But evidently that's what is was when the Lincolns moved in. Authors of this site provide illustrations and historic photos of the White House and the rooms...
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PBS

Pbs News Hour: Slaves Built the White House and u.s. Capitol

For Students 9th - 10th
Video shows author Jesse Holland as he discusses the involvement of slaves in the building of the White House and the U.S. Capitol.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Government Buildings: The White House (3 5)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Offers a basic overview of the official residence of the President of the United States, the White House. The only president who did not live there was George Washington, because it was not completed until 1800.