East Room, State room at White House, United States.
The East Room is a state room at the White House in Washington, D.C., United States. This space features oak floors with Fontainebleau parquetry, three Bohemian crystal chandeliers, and white-painted wood paneling with classical fluted pilasters.
In 1800, the room remained unfinished during President John Adams's time, and Abigail Adams dried laundry there. During Theodore Roosevelt's administration, it hosted a wrestling match for 50 guests, and children roller skated inside.
The oil painting by Gilbert Stuart shows the first president and has hung on the same wall for over two centuries. This work is the only object that has remained in the building continuously since the first family moved in.
The hall serves as the main location for press conferences, ceremonies, bill signings, receptions, concerts, and state functions. Access is limited to public tours, which must be requested in advance.
During Abraham Lincoln's time, the president's sons played in this room, and one of them used the chandeliers as a swing. The white walls have changed color several times, having been painted green and even red.
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