White House Workers DVD

Butlers, chefs, housekeepers, electricians, ushers, curators and more tell of triumph, tragedy, and deep devotion to the nation, the presidency, and the First Families. Includes introduction by former President Jimmy Carter, interviews with recently retired workers, and a 40-page booklet with photos. Produced by Smithsonian Folkways Recordings for the US and Canada.  Run time, 188 minutes. 7.5" x 5.375"

Museum Provenance

Our National Museum of American History, Behring Center exhibition, The American Presidency: A Glorious Burden exhibits artifacts from life in the White House. The museum also exhibits our First Ladies collection, which showcases inaugural gowns and accessories. Our gift selection celebrates the iconic life of living in the White House.

Every Smithsonian purchase will arrive with a museum provenance card explaining how it is adapted from or inspired by an object or objects in our collection.