Ever since George Washington became President in 1789, the presidency has been a major focus of American political life, and as with nearly everything associated with that office, presidential ...
The Ansel Adams photo is the National Portrait Gallery’s only portrait of a first couple taken during their time in the White House.
Even the tiniest of details carry significant meaning, representing pivotal moments and experiences from his life before and since he took office. Hoosier portrait artist Russell Recchion was ...