George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and the commissioners of DC judged the competition. Jefferson submitted drawings for the White House design himself, but Irish architect James Hoban won the ...

Feb. 14 is Valentine’s Day, marking the celebration of love. Each year, this day features chocolates, flowers, and all things ...

Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division Ahead of Inauguration Day on January 20th, learn five interesting inaugural ... typhoid fever from drinking Washington’s tainted water supply ...

Presidents’ Day is Feb. 17. The National Archives and United States Census Bureau offer five interesting facts about Presidents’ Day and former presidents.