White House Library

The White House Library occupies a 27 by 23 feet room in the northeast corner of the White House ground floor, featuring Federal style decor and wood paneling.

First Lady Abigail Fillmore established the first permanent White House Library in 1850 with a Congressional appropriation of $2,250 for an initial collection of 200 volumes.

The library collection contains materials reflecting American history, government documents, and presidential records, serving as a resource for executive branch research and documentation.

The space functions as a meeting room for presidential and first lady events, with restricted access limited to White House staff and authorized guests.

During the 1952 renovation, the library walls received paneling made from salvaged timber of the original White House structure, preserving historical materials.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Part of: White House

GPS coordinates: 38.89770,-77.03630

Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:05