The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Fourth of July weekend is shaping up to be a cultural moment of contrasting and comparing two of the most famous Americans, Taylor Swift and Donald Trump.
Category: Presidents and Presidency (US)
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The White House’s Movie Theater Is Among the East Wing Rubble
The New York Times – Film:
Nixon watched “Patton” there. Obama hosted the “Lincoln” cast. Built in 1942, the White House’s private movie theater offered refuge and entertainment.
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The Ball Gowns of Trump’s New ‘Golden Age’
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Melania and Ivanka Trump and Usha Vance wore a pastiche of bygone eras — perhaps a glimpse of what they hope the future looks like.
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George Washington’s Inaugural Coat on Display at Mount Vernon
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
For a limited time, George Washington’s inaugural coat, which distanced his office from the military and from European royalty, will be on display at Mount Vernon.
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Even Without Its Most Famous Son, Carter’s Hometown Remains a Destination
The New York Times – Travel:
Plains, Ga., joins a collection of other small towns known for their part in presidential history. That can provide a steady source of tourism.
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At Jimmy Carter’s Funeral, a Rare Image of Presidential Unity
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
President-elect Donald J. Trump becomes part of the club. Melania Trump joins the first ladies.
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5 Presidential Libraries That Offer Culture, History and ‘Labs of Democracy’
The New York Times – Travel:
With museums, special exhibitions and unique events, presidential libraries across the country are designed as destinations for everyone — not just scholars or academics.