The White House

　　   
　　The parts of the White House currently open to visitors mainly include the East Wing, comprising the ground floor's Diplomatic Reception Room, China Room, Vermeil Room, and Library, as well as the first floor's State Dining Room, Red Room, Blue Room, Green Room, and East Room. It is the only official residence of a head of state in the world that is regularly open to the public. The free tour of the White House is very popular, but unfortunately available only during limited periods. However, the White House Visitor Center in the Department of Commerce plays videos about the interior of the White House at all times, showcasing everything from the luxurious décor of the state rooms to profiles of the First Family, press conferences, and meetings with world leaders. White House Visitor Center
　　Address: 1450 Pennsylvania Ave NW
　　Website: www.nps.gov/whho
　　Metro: Orange/Blue Line to McPherson Sq Station
　　Hours: 7:30am–4pm  Highlights  
　　The State Dining Room is a two-story white-walled building, originally built in 1792. Since President John Adams, the second U.S. president, in 1800, every president has used it as an official residence. The East Room is the largest room in the White House, mainly used for government ceremonies, balls, and other events.
　　The Green Room was once the dining area of the third President, Andrew Jackson, and is named for its green silk wall coverings.
　　The Blue Room was originally white-walled but was changed to blue by Mrs. Kennedy, hence its name. It is often where the President and First Lady host distinguished guests. The Red Room is primarily used by the First Lady to entertain guests and hold small parties, with a red color scheme. The State Dining Room is where formal dinners for dignitaries are held, accommodating up to 140 guests, and features a portrait of President Lincoln.
　　The White House is the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States, located on Pennsylvania Avenue in the heart of Washington, D.C., facing the towering Washington Monument. It is named for its white sandstone exterior. The site of the White House was chosen by George Washington, a founding father and the first U.S. President. Construction began in 1792 and was largely completed by 1800, designed by the famous Irish-American architect James Hoban. However, it was not originally called the White House — the name was officially adopted in 1902 by President Theodore Roosevelt. Covering over 73,000 square meters, the White House is divided into the main building and the East and West Wings. The East Wing is open to visitors (Tuesday to Saturday), while the West Wing is an office area, housing the Oval Office. The ground floor of the main building includes the Diplomatic Reception Hall, with the South Lawn outside, where welcoming ceremonies for visiting heads of state are usually held. The second floor of the main building is where the presidential family resides. The building also contains a Library, Map Room, and rooms displaying gold, silver, and porcelain collections. Additionally, the east side of the White House has the "Kennedy Garden," while the west side has the "Rose Garden." The State Floor, accessed through the main entrance, consists of five main rooms from west to east: the State Dining Room, Red Room, Blue Room, Green Room, and East Room. The East Room is the largest room in the White House, able to accommodate 300 guests, and is mainly used for large receptions, balls, and commemorative ceremonies. As the White House faces north, the South Lawn serves as its backyard and is commonly referred to as the Presidential Garden. Every spring during Easter, the President and First Lady host the traditional Easter Egg Roll here.

　　Transportation
　　Metro: Orange/Blue Line to Farragut West Station
　　Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW

　　　　Website: www.whitehouse.gov　　Phone: 202/456-7041  Tickets | Opening Hours   　　Entry is free, but reservations must be made through a Member of Congress.
　　Opening Hours: 10am–11am, Tuesday to Saturday

　　 Washington, D.C., USA