Barbara Coleman came to see Carpenters’ Hall, the site of the original Continental Congress convening in 1774 and where the ...
The former first lady comes back to life for the February events, which feature finger foods and stories of early America.
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Often called “the first First Lady,” Dolley Madison defined the role of the President’s wife and hostess. With her behind-the-scenes influence on political policy and her expansion of the ...
“People were dancing. It was just a medley!” What is considered to be the first true inaugural ball celebrated first lady Dolley Madison. Her husband, James Madison (1809-1817), was ...
Washington has known its share of prominent hostesses. As the sociable wife of the nation’s fourth president, Dolley Madison brought together the warring members of Congress at her fabled ...
"The Cambridge Companion to US First Ladies" takes an in-depth look at the position of first lady. While many books exist to tell the story of individuals, the new work examines the job from ...
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