A Picnic on the White House Lawn
Title
A Picnic on the White House Lawn
Description
During the 1800s the White House was much more accessible than it is today and informal social events were often held at the executive mansion. In this photo, a group is picnicking on the White House grounds with the Treasury Department building visible in the background. Unlike today, this area has the look of a forest with many large trees. Before the McMillan Commission's redesign of the Mall in 1902 the area was a series of meandering paths, gardens, and dense trees.
Source
Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division. View Original.
Date
1889
Coverage
Original Format
Photographic Print