President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush welcomes participants as Jenna Bush and former First Lady Barbara Bush looks on at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll March 24, 2008 on the South Lawn of t More
National Christmas Tree, a 41’ 9" Colorado blue spruce, is a living tree located on the Ellipse
U.S. Air Force Band, directed by Colonel Dennis M. Layendecker, played for the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
Holly Stell sang at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and Elf sang at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
The conclusion of the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
Strolling Characters provide photo opportunity for children and families
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus joined with Julian Ivey on stage at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
Dyed eggs are used for the Egg Rolling event
The American Egg Board provided more than 15,000 eggs, including: 7,500 real eggs for the Egg Roll, 3,200 dyed eggs for the Egg Hunt, and 4,500 plain hard cooked eggs for children to dye.
For the 13th consecutive year, the National Capital Trackers, a local model train club, will provide model trains that surround the base of the National Christmas Tree. The trains will run from 11:00 a.m. to 11 More
"Let It Snow" was played at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
The Academy of Country Music's Female Vocalist of the Year Sara Evans performed at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
Julian Ivey performed at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
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The National Capital Trackers have set up a varieties of trains and villages surrounding the National Christmas Tree.
2007 Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
The audience is waiting for the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony to begin
In what becomes the "Pathway of Peace," the National Christmas Tree and 56 smaller trees--one for each state, five territories and the District of Columbia--serve as the event focal point. All 57 trees will be More
Welcoming remarks from the First Lady Laura Bush accompanied by President George Bush and two special guests
The St. Albans and National Cathedral Schools Choir performed at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
Snow fell the night before the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree ceremony. The State of Vermont tree is in the foreground.
Children 'rolling' Easter eggs on the South Lawn of the White House
School teacher and daughter of President George W. Bush, Jenna Bush looks on as her mother, first lady Laura Bush, reads during the annual Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn of the White House.
The Official White House Bunnies wave at children and their families from the White House Truman Balcony
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President George W. Bush and Mrs. Laura Bush attended the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
White House Easter Egg Roll events on the South Lawn on Monday, April 17, 2006
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"Reading Nooks" provided opportunity for authors to read their own book to children on the South Lawn. Buzz Aldrin is reading his book, "Reaching for the Moon."
The St. Albans and National Cathedral Schools Choir sang at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
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A Strolling Character on the South Lawn of the White House
U.S. Air Force Band member played for the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony
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First Lady Michelle Obama cuts a ribbon to open the White House Visitor Center with Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and Chairman of the White House Historical Association Fred Ryan, September 10, 2014.
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The visitor center was designed with a strong focus on accessibility for all visitors. This exhibit shows not only an image of a statue on the White House grounds, but includes a tactile representation of the s More
This telegraph key was used by Abraham Lincoln's administration to receive and send Gen. Ulysses S. Grant's message informing of Gen. Robert E. Lee's surrender during the Civil War.
The White House Visitor Center is located at 1450 Pennsylvania Ave. NW in Washington, D.C.
This finial formerly topped the White House flag pole. The museum contains more than 90 White House artifacts.
Who ordered that? This exhibit combines a look at the functions of the White House with interesting profiles of the people who have lived there.
Modern exhibits include interactive touchscreen tours of the White House, tactile models, and multimedia presentations.
Renovated exhibit areas offer visitors a look at the many roles of the White House as home, office, stage, and ceremonial space.
The 14-minute film "White House: Reflections from Within" offers a glimpse of the White House through the eyes of those who have called it home.
President Barack Obama embraces Park Ranger Betty Reid Soskin at the 2015 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Trombone Shorty performs at the 2015 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Crosby, Stills, and Nash perform in front of the National Christmas Tree and White House.
The 2015 National Christmas Tree features white lights and 100 gold stars that celebrate the Centennial of the National Park Service.
Fall Out Boy performs at the 2015 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Actress and Singer Bellamy Young performs on stage at the 2015 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.
President Obama and First Family along with Academy Award-winner Reese Witherspoon, light the 2015 National Christmas Tree.
Pre-show hosts stand on stage at 2016 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
The First Family counts down to the lighting of the National Christmas Tree.
President Obama addresses the audience at the 2016 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Eva Longoria stands in front of National Christmas Tree.
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood perform on stage in front of the 2016 National Christmas Tree.
Kelly Clarkson performs on stage at the 2016 National Christmas Tree Lighting
Chance the Rapper performs with Howard University choir Afro Blue in front of National Christmas Tree.
Kelly Clarkson performs in front of the 2016 National Christmas Tree.
First Lady Michelle Obama and Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Manuel read Twas the Night Before Christmas to children on the stage in front of the National Christmas Tree.
Dylan Carrejo, a member of the 21st Century Conservation Service Corps, introduces President Obama.
James Taylor performs in front of the 2016 National Christmas Tree.
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The First Family and 2016 performers sing Jingle Bells in front of the White House and National Christmas Tree.
Marc Anthony performs on stage at the 2016 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Eva Longoria and Director Jarvis stand in front of the National Christmas Tree and White House.
The Lumineers perform at the 2016 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Eva Longoria and Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Manuel stand in front of the National Christmas Tree.
Garth Brooks Trisha Yearwood James Taylor and Caroline Smedvig perform in front of an audience at the 2016 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump wave to the crowd at the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
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Jack Wagner performs at the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Santa Clause walks across the stage at the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Performers from the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting gather on the stage.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump smile at the crowd at the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Performers from the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting gather in front of the National Christmas Tree.
Dean Cain and Kathy Lee Gifford host the 2017 National Christmas Tree lighting.
A large crowd watches the National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Park Ranger Shalini Gopie talks to the crowd at the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Boys II Bow Ties perform at the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
The Beach Boys perform at the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
President Trump and First Lady Melania speak at the 2017 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Oranaments created by Evergreen Junior High School in Utah.
All of the performers sing together at the end of the 2018 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Oranaments created by Graham-Kapowsin High School in Washington
Oranaments created by DeLong Middle School in Wisconsin.
First Lady Melania Trump reads "You!" to children in the book nook.
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Oranaments created by Washington High School in West Virginia.
Spensha Baker, Abby Anderson, and Gabby Barrett perform at the 2018 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Oranaments created by Escuela Especializada de Bellas Artes Ernesto Ramos Antonini in Puerto Rico.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump wave to the crowd at the 2018 National Christmas Tree Lighting.
A young boy poses as the future President of the United States in front of the White House.
Oranaments created by Roosevelt High School in South Dakota.
Children pose on a photo prop for the 2018 Easter Egg Roll on the south lawn of the White House.
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