White House History
Although he never lived in the White House, President George Washington helped select the location for the new executive mansion in what was then called the City of Washington. The cornerstone for the White House was laid October 13, 1792. It took eight years to build.
Statue of Liberty
America’s most emblematic symbol was the idea of a Frenchman named Edouard Laboulaye. He proposed ... more
Heard It in a Love Song
“For a whole year I used an excuse not to have to sing it…I didn't want to record that song. ... more
