-
Construction Begins
The construction of the White House began in October of 1792. The White House has 4 floors consisting of 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, 412 doors, 147 windows, 28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 3 elevators. -
First Pets to Occupy the White House
The first pets to occupy the White House were John Adam's and his wife Abigail's two dogs Juno and Satan, and their horses. John Adams ordered the first horse stable to be built for the white house when he moved in with all of his pets. -
The First Occupants of the White House
Although George Washington ordered the White House to be built, the first occupants of the White House were John Adams and his wife Abigail. -
Abe Lincoln Presidency
Abraham Lincoln moved into the White House on Febrary 11, 1861. Lincoln's bedroom was on the second floor, and is now used as a family room. -
Theodore Roosevelt names the White House
Theododre Roosevelt gave the White House it's current name in 1901. Before then, it was called The Presiden't Palace, The President's House, The Executive Mansion, and many more names. -
More Construction
The construction of the West Wing of the White House began in 1902 and was completed in 1927. The west wing consists mainly of offices for the president and many other white house residents. -
The East Wing
The constuction of the East Wing was completed in 1942 along with an underground bunker. The East Wing has an office for the president's wife, and offices for White House staff members. -
Barack Obama Moves In!
In November 2008, Barack Obama and his wife, two daughters, and dog moved into the White House.
