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White House Visitor Center Rehabilitation and Closure Information
The White House Visitor Center is closed for rehabilitation. A temporary visitor center is located near the Ellipse Visitor Pavilion, just west of the intersection of 15th and E streets, NW.
The President of the United States lives in a National Park
Every president except George Washington has called the White House and its surrounding grounds his place of work, rest, and solitude. Recognizable the world around, the White House stands as a symbol of democracy. The White House and its park grounds serve not only as the seat of the executive branch of government of the United States of America, but also as an iconic place for civil discourse.
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How do I get a White House Tour?
Public tours of the White House are scheduled through one’s member of Congress or embassy. Requests are accepted up to six months in advance.
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See the White House gardens!
Tour the south grounds of the White House, including the White House Kitchen Garden, during fall garden tours offered October 13, 14, 19, and 20.
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President’s Park is on Facebook
Stay connected by "Liking" us on our Facebook page. We welcome you to share with us your experience at President's Park - one of your National Parks.
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Explore President’s Park
Take a walk through the park and learn more about the people and places that make Lafayette Square, the White House, and the Ellipse special.
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Be a part of President’s Park - volunteer
From special events, to adopting park places and working the information desk, volunteers and interns support the park in a number of ways. Join us.
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Did You Know?
British soldiers set fire to the White House during the War of 1812. Almost everything inside was destroyed. James Madison hired James Hoban to rebuild the house using the original walls, which were still standing. It reopened in 1817 when James Monroe moved in.