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American National Biography Online: Eleanor Roosevelt
This site provides a detailed biography of Eleanor Roosevelt, first lady of the United States, social reformer, politician, and diplomat of the early- to mid-1900s.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Dolley Madison
Dolley Madison, the fourth First Lady of the United States, is widely remembered as the most lively of the early First Ladies.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Hillary Clinton
Hillary Rodham Clinton was the first woman to represent a major party in a U.S. presidential election, the first woman to win the Iowa Presidential Caucus, first, First Lady elected to the United States Senate, and the first female...
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Martha Washington
Biographical account of the life of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington, the first First Lady of the United States.
New York Times
New York Times: Times Topics: Laura Bush
[Free Registration/Login Required] This page, updated daily, has numerous news articles about First Lady Laura Bush.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Eleanor Roosevelt
Learn biographical details about Eleanor Roosevelt who grew up to become one of the most important and beloved First Ladies, authors, reformers, and female leaders of the 20th century.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Eleanor Roosevelt: An Agent of Social Change
Eleanor Roosevelt redefined the role of an agent of social change as the First Lady of the United States and later as a representative to the United Nations. She helped to create The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which remains...
Planet eBooks
Planet E Book: Lady Chatterly's Lover [Pdf]
The complete text of "Lady Chatterley's Lover" by D. H. Lawrence is available here in PDF format. Lady Chatterley's Lover, which was first released in 1928, is 447 pages long.
Planet eBooks
Planet E Book: The Portrait of a Lady [Pdf]
The complete text of "The Portrait of a Lady" by Henry James is available here in PDF format. The Portrait of a Lady, which was first released in 1881, is 837 pages pages long.
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Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association: Washington's "First 100 Days"
A "President's First 100 Days" has become a barometer by which to measure the success of the rest of his term. George Washington had the added weight of launching our new nation in his first 100 days. Use this interactive timeline to see...
CommonLit
Common Lit: Hillary Clinton's Address to the U. N. World Conference on Women
A learning module that begins with "First Lady Hillary Clinton's Address to the United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women" by First Lady Hillary Clinton, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion...
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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Here you will learn about the wildflower center founded by Lady Bird Johnson. Learn about the center, check out the children's page for quick games and facts, or go on a native plant search! You can even see a photo of Lady Bird herself.
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Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: Be Washington
Step inside Washington's boots in this first-person interactive leadership experience. Players can choose various well-known scenarios where Washington had to deal with crises.
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: Hillary Rodham Clinton
Features a biography of the former First Lady and the first woman U.S. Senator from the state of New York. She is a 2005 inductee of the National Women's Hall of Fame.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Eleanor Roosevelt, American Visionary
This site features photos and artifacts from the life of one of the most dynamic and controversial First Ladies in U.S. history, as well as a virtual tour of her home.
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Women's International Center: Hillary Rodham Clinton
Read about Hillary Rodham Clinton's life and political career before she became First Lady of the White House.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Women in the White House
In this lesson plan, learners will consider Women in the White House. Worksheets and other supporting materials can be found under the Resources tab. In this instructional activity, students explore the role and impact of recent First...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Laura Bush
Detailed article on the life and accomplishments of First Lady Laura Bush.
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Object of History: Lincoln Keckley Dress (Mrs. Lincoln and Her Dressmaker)
Written and audio overview of the purple dress worn by Mary Todd Lincoln and the dressmaker who created it for her. Explore how fashion was an important part of her role as "First Lady."
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Women in History: Eleanor Roosevelt
The life of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962) is described in detail. Includes links to additional information.
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: American Women: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
A portrait of Jacqueline Kennedy, painted by Boris Chaliapin, that appeared on Time Magazine in 1961. Included are her thoughts about becoming First Lady.
PBS
Pbs American Experience: Barbara Pierce Bush
Details of the life of First Lady, Barbara Pierce Bush.
PBS
Pbs American Experience: Hillary Rodham Clinton Biography
Learn about the life and career of former First Lady, Hillary Rodham Clinton.
National First Ladies' Library
National First Ladies' Library: Bibliography: Washington, Martha
This page provides bibliographies of many non-internet sources about Martha Washington. There is also an important link to the White House web site and its page about Martha Washington.
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