The White House


Caption
View of Exterior
Related person
James Hoban (architect)
Date
First cornerstone laid in 1792; completed in 1800
Location
North and Central America->United States->District of Columbia->Washington
Description
The White House has served as the personal residence of the President of the United States since 1800. George Washington initially proposed and coordinated the construction of the White House. James Hoban, an Irish-born architect, was the designer.

Keywords: United States, District of Columbia, Washington, residential landscapes, landscapes (environments), social and civic buildings, views, hydraulic structures, federal government. Submitted by Goldie Ludovici.
Style/Period
18th Century (1700 - 1799 CE)
19th Century (1800 - 1899 CE)