Presidents in Washington, D.C.

Discover 18 presidents in Washington, D.C..

Fabricated in 1903 and in perfect condition, this was one of the first “Teddy” bears named in honor of the 26th president.

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First Teddy Bear

The story behind this beloved toy—named for Theodore Roosevelt and owned by his grandson—is more complicated than you might guess.

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Hall of Fake Presidents

Where you can hail your favorite fictional commanders-in-chief.

The entrance to Baptist Alley from F Street.

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Baptist Alley

This unassuming passageway played a key role in one of the most important events in U.S. history.

Booth One: "The Rumble Seat."

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The Presidential Booths at Martin's Tavern

Sit where JFK proposed to Jackie or where Nixon dined on meatloaf at this storied pub.

The tower of books.

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Lincoln Book Tower

A three-story tower of books about Abraham Lincoln is one of the more unusual monuments to the president.

The Washington Hilton, known by some as the "Hinckley Hilton."

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Hinckley Hilton President's Walk

A hidden passageway now marks the site of an assassination attempt on Ronald Reagan that some say broke a 140-year-old curse.

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Russian Ambassador's Residence

Was there a small "backpack nuke" hidden in the attic? JFK apparently thought so.

The plaque in foreview, with JFK's green doorstep across the street.

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Freezing Newsmen Plaque

A small token of gratitude from freezing cold journalists who were given a warm haven while covering JFK's inauguration.

A discreet entrance to the White House.

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Secret Entrance to the White House

The winding route passes through an enclosed alleyway, two tunnels, and leads to the White House basement.

Hillman House

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George Washington's Townhouse Lots

After his presidency, George Washington planned to live only a few blocks from the Capitol building.

Close up of the FDR memorial near the National Archives in Washington, DC.

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First FDR Memorial

One of the most influential presidents in U.S. history wanted only this plain, elegant monument as his lasting memorial.

With Washington Monument in the background, looking East

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Jefferson Pier Marker

A tiny monument to the unsuccessful attempt by Thomas Jefferson to place the prime meridian in Washington.

Lift off

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White House Helipad

Disks are rolled out onto the south lawn to absorb the impact of Marine One's wheels like giant coffee coasters.

Yellow dashes mark the old tunnel

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FDR's Bomb Shelter

The first presidential bomb shelter was located in an old vault under the Treasury, connected to the White House via tunnel.

Willard facade

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Willard Hotel

Legend has it that President Grant’s frequent drinking in the lobby gave rise to the term “lobbyist.”

White House Swimming Pool in 1962

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FDR's Swimming Pool

There's an old indoor swimming pool hidden directly underneath the White House Press Briefing Room.