When did the construction of the White House begin?

When did the construction of the White House begin?

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How was the White House constructed?

Construction took place between 1792 and 1800 using Aquia Creek sandstone painted white. When Thomas Jefferson moved into the house in 1801, he (with architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe) added low colonnades on each wing that concealed stables and storage.

Who started the construction of the White House?

The White House was the largest house in the United States until after the Civil War. The construction of the White House started in 1792 and it was first occupied by President John Adams in 1800. The total cost was $232,372.

What is the history behind the White House?

According to the White House Historical Association, the "White House" moniker began to appear in newspapers before the War of 1812. But it was President Theodore Roosevelt, who, in 1901, designated the official name of the residence of the U.S. president to be the White House.

Can I see inside the White House?

All White House tours are free. Please note tours are subject to last minute cancellations based on the official White House schedule. Self-guided tours run from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays unless otherwise noted.

What is the US president salary?

President of the United States

President of the United States of America
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First holder	George Washington
Salary	$400,000 annually
Website	www.whitehouse.gov

How many full time chefs Does the White House have?

With five full-time chefs, the White House kitchen is able to serve dinner to as many as 140 guests and hors d'oeuvres to more than 1,000. The White House requires 570 gallons of paint to cover its outside surface.

How much does a White House tour cost?

All White House tours are free of charge. (Please note that White House tours may be subject to last minute cancellation.) For the most up-to-date information about touring and visiting the White House, call the 24-hour Visitors Office Information Line at

How do you get a tour of the White House?

The National Park Service does not schedule White House tours or provide tickets to enter the White House. Public tour requests must be submitted through your Member of Congress. These self-guided tours are generally available Friday and Saturday (excluding federal holidays or unless otherwise noted).

What forms of ID are accepted in the White House?

The following forms of photo ID are acceptable for presentation to USSS upon entry to the White House complex:

• Valid government-issued United States identification card (e.g. drivers license, military ID, etc.)
• Valid United States or other official government-issued passports.

How many square feet is the White House private residence?

To cover the outside of the White House, it takes 300 gallons of paint. It sits on 18 acres of land. It has 132 rooms, with 16 family and guest rooms, 3 kitchens, and 35 bathrooms. The floor area is about 55,000 square feet.

When did White House tours stop?

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Why is the White House called the White House?

In 1901, President Theodore Roosevelt officially named the Executive Mansion the “White House”. ... Since nearly every U.S. state had an “executive mansion” for its governor, President Roosevelt believed the name “White House” would distinguish it as the official residence of the President of the United States.

What is the size of the White House?

21 m

How old is White House?

229c. 1792-1800