Music in the White House
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Listen: Music and the Kennedys
While neither a musician nor a music-lover, President Kennedy's commitment to music and the arts was evident from the moment he took office. Nov 3, 2016
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Theodore Roosevelt and the Gold Steinway
A wealth of beautiful music in the White House during the dawn of the 20th century all began with a 1903 gold Steinway, which remained in the East Room for 35 years. Oct 27, 2016
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The U.S. Marine Band, America's Oldest Music Group
The U.S. Marine Band was founded by an act of Congress – signed by then-President John Adams – in 1798, two years before Washington, D.C. became the nation’s capital. Oct 13, 2016
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Music in Lincoln’s White House
Though he couldn’t sing or play any instruments himself, he surrounded himself with music during the turbulent 1860s, seeking solace from the turmoil of the Civil War. Oct 6, 2016
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5 Times Abraham Lincoln Showed His Love of Opera
Unlike other musical presidents, Abraham Lincoln could neither read music, sing, or play an instrument. He was nonetheless a great music lover, particularly opera. Oct 6, 2016
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The Most Musical Presidents
We kick off a five-part series on Music in the White House with the most musically talented presidents of the 19th and 20th centuries: Thomas Jefferson and Harry Truman. Sep 29, 2016
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Timeline: The History of Music In The White House
Explore a timeline of notable musical events throughout the history of the White House, from George Washington through the present day. Sep 28, 2016
