Holidays at the White House with the First Ladies: Jacqueline Kennedy to Michelle Obama - Cheekwood
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The exhibition follows the First Ladies’ holiday themes from Jacqueline Kennedy who began the tradition in 1961 through the Obama administration when Laura Dowling served as White House Chief Floral Designer.  Featuring images from the White House Historical Society and Presidential libraries, this photographic journey brings to life the joyful times and intimate moments of the first families and their beloved pets during the holiday season.

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