
"President's Park - The White House - Washington, DC" - White House Visitor Center
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N 38° 53.721 W 077° 01.976
18S E 323697 N 4307127
There is a Passport Cancellation Station in the Visitor Center.
Waymark Code: WM3FT
Location: District of Columbia, United States
Date Posted: 11/06/2005
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The White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, was originally constructed 1792-1800, the work of James Hoban. It was reconstructed in 1815 after being burned by British soldiers during the War of 1812. It has been the home of every president of the United States since John Adams. The exterior of the main structure, despite some additions and minor changes, remains much as it was in 1800. The interior has been completely renovated using the historic floor plan. It is significant for its Federal architecture, as a symbol of the presidency, and for the important decisions made within its walls over the years.
Visitor Information
202-456-7041