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[About The White House](https://www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/) 2. The White House ## East Wing Expansion Stages Step 1 Inspiration For 150 years, Presidents, Administrations, and White House Staff have longed for a large event space on the White House complex that can hold substantially more guests than currently allowed. President Donald J. Trump has expressed his commitment to solving this problem on behalf of future Administrations and the American people. 1 Inspiration Step 2 Planning The White House State Ballroom will be a much-needed and exquisite addition of approximately 90,000 total square feet of ornately designed and carefully crafted space, with a seated capacity of 650 people — a significant increase from the 200-person seated capacity in the East Room of the White House. President Trump met with members of the White House Staff, the National Park Service, the White House Military Office, and the United States Secret Service to discuss design features and planning. 2 Planning Step 3 Funding Secured President Trump, and other patriot donors, have generously committed to donating the funds necessary to build this approximately \$250 million dollar structure. The United States Secret Service will provide the necessary security enhancements and modifications. 3 Funding Step 4 Architect Selected President Trump selects McCrery Architects as lead architect, well-known for classical architectural design. CEO Jim McCrery said: “Presidents in the modern era have faced challenges hosting major events at the White House because it has been untouched since President Harry Truman. I am honored that President Trump has entrusted me to help bring this beautiful and necessary renovation to The People’s House, while preserving the elegance of its classical design and historical importance." 4 Architect Selected Step 5 Construction Commences The construction team will be headed by Clark Construction, and the engineering team will be led by AECOM. The project kicked off in September 2025, and is expected to be completed long before the end of President Trump’s term. 5 Construction Begins Step 6 Progression Make sure to check back here for completed phases of renovation. 6 Progression Step 7 Completion The White House Ballroom will be substantially separated from the main building of the White House, but at the same time, it’s theme and architectural heritage will be almost identical. The site of the new ballroom will be where the small, heavily changed, and reconstructed East Wing currently sits. The East Wing was constructed in 1902 and has been renovated and changed many times, with a second story added in 1942. 7 Completion ## View Ballroom Renderings Below ### Interior View Looking South ### Interior View Looking Southwest ### Interior View Looking West ### Exterior View from East Colonnade Roof Terrace ### Exterior View from Southwest ### Exterior View of Northeast Portico ### Exterior View from Northeast ### Exterior View from Southeast ### Interior View from South Lawn ### View from Northeast ### View from East            Previous Next ## Major Events Timeline 1791-1800 Design Plans Commence Our first president, George Washington, selected the site for the White House in 1791. The following year, the cornerstone was laid and a design submitted by Irish-born architect James Hoban was chosen. After eight years of construction, President John Adams and his wife Abigail moved into the still-unfinished residence. Construction 1791-1800 1814–1824 Rebuilding after War of 1812 During the War of 1812, British forces burned the White House in August 1814. Architect James Hoban led its reconstruction, restoring the original design with minor enhancements for durability, and President James Monroe moved in by 1817. Rebuilding 1814–1824 1824 Addition of South Portico In 1817, President James Monroe took residence in the newly reconstructed White House, following its destruction by British forces in 1814. During his administration, the iconic South Portico was completed by 1824, designed by architect James Hoban to enhance the building’s aesthetic and provide a grand entrance facing the Potomac River. South Portico 1824 1829-1830 Addition of North Portico In 1829, Andrew Jackson oversaw the addition of the North Portico. North Portico 1829-1830 1902 Addition of the West Wing In 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt built the West Wing, replacing 19th-century greenhouses, and added a colonial garden and East Terrace, later part of the East Wing. West Wing 1902 1909 Addition of the Oval Office In 1909, President William Howard Taft remodeled and expanded the West Wing, which included construction of the first Oval Office. Oval Office 1909 1913 Addition of Rose Garden In 1913, under President Woodrow Wilson's administration, First Lady Ellen Wilson oversaw the transformation of the colonial garden into the modern Rose Garden, creating a more formalized and elegant outdoor space. Rose Garden 1913 1934-1942 Addition of the East Wing Franklin D. Roosevelt expanded the West Wing in 1934, adding a second floor, basement, swimming pool, and relocating the Oval Office. In 1942, he constructed the East Wing for additional staff and wartime security, including a bomb shelter. East Wing 1934-1942 1948-1952 Total Reconstruction In 1948, President Harry Truman undertook a “total reconstruction” of the White House’s interior, expanding its foundation and footprint — preserving only its exterior walls. The Truman Balcony provided the first family with a private outdoor space and enhanced the building’s aesthetics. Reconstruction 1948-1952 1970-1973 Addition of Briefing Room In 1970, President Nixon converted the swimming pool into the press briefing room and added a bowling alley in the basement. Briefing Room 1970-1973 1998 Bill Clinton Scandal President Bill Clinton's affair with intern Monica Lewinsky was exposed, leading to White House perjury investigations. The Oval Office trysts fueled impeachment for obstruction. Clinton Scandal 1998 2012 Muslim Brotherhood Visit Obama hosts members of the Muslim Brotherhood, a group that promotes Islamist extremism and has ties to Hamas. The Muslim Brotherhood is a designated terrorist organization by nearly a dozen nations. Muslim Brotherhood 2012 2020 Tennis Pavilion In 2020, First Lady Melania Trump oversaw the privately funded construction of a 1,200-square-foot tennis pavilion on the South Lawn, featuring a neo-classical design with a copper roof and limestone cladding. The elegant structure unifies the tennis court, Children's Garden, and Kitchen Garden, enhancing recreational opportunities for First Families. Tennis Pavilion 2020 2023 Cocaine Discovered During Biden’s administration, a U.S. Secret Service agent discovered a small, zippered plastic bag containing cocaine in the West Wing entrance lobby. Speculation has pointed to Hunter Biden, an admitted drug user. Additional evidence includes a laptop, seized in 2019, which contains photos of frequent drug use alongside emails about foreign business dealings (Ukraine, China) involving his father, Joe, while he was Vice President. Cocaine Discovered 2023 2023-2024 Trans Day of Visibility The Biden/Harris administration hosts transexuals at the White House in 2023, and goes on to establish the "The Transgender Day of Visibility" on the same day as Easter Sunday in 2024. Trans Day of Visibility 2023-2024 2025 North and South Flagpoles In June 2025, President Donald Trump personally funded the installation of two 88-foot flagpoles on the North and South Lawns of the White House, a project he described as a personal gift to the nation. The flagpoles, designed to display large American flags, enhance the patriotic atmosphere of the White House grounds. A ceremonial flag-raising event on June 18 marked their completion, with Trump saluting as the Stars and Stripes were hoisted, all privately funded at no cost to taxpayers. North & South Flagpoles 2025 2025 Rose Garden Renovations In August 2025, President Trump completed a \$2 million Rose Garden renovation, funded through the generosity of private citizens, replacing the lawn with beautiful lime stone tiles inspired by Mar-a-Lago. The design enhances event functionality by preventing soggy ground and preserves historic rose bushes. President Trump hosted the inaugural "Rose Garden Club" dinner for Republican lawmakers, and the renovated space continues to serve as a venue for events. Rose Garden Renovations 2025 2025 Oval Office Renovations In March 2025, President Donald Trump initiated a privately funded renovation of the Oval Office, incorporating gold filigree, historic portraits, and custom carvings inspired by his Mar-a-Lago estate. Completed by August 2025, the updates enhanced the room’s aesthetic with elegant gold-accented decor, creating a refined setting for high-level meetings and showcasing America as the greatest nation in history. Oval Office Renovations 2025 2025 East Wing Renovations The East Wing renovations, started in September 2025, will add a 90,000-square-foot ballroom for 1,000 guests, enhancing state visit capabilities, funded once again through the generosity of private citizens, corporations, and donors including President Trump himself. The \$250 million project includes modernized offices and bulletproof glass, upgrading the historic 1902 structure while preserving the main residence. East Wing Renovations 2025 ## History Our first president, George Washington, selected the site for the White House in 1791. The following year, the cornerstone was laid and a design submitted by Irish-born architect James Hoban was chosen. After eight years of construction, President John Adams and his wife Abigail moved into the still-unfinished residence. During the War of 1812, the British set fire to the President’s House, and James Hoban was appointed to rebuild it. James Monroe moved into the building in 1817, and during his administration, the South Portico was constructed. In 1829, Andrew Jackson oversaw the addition of the North Portico. Various proposals were put forward during the late 19th century to significantly expand the President’s House or to build an entirely new residence, but these plans were never realized. In 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt began a major renovation of the White House, including the relocation of the President’s offices from the Second Floor of the Residence to the newly constructed temporary Executive Office Building (now known as the West Wing). The Roosevelt renovation was planned and carried out by the famous New York architectural firm McKim, Mead and White. Roosevelt’s successor, President William Howard Taft, had the Oval Office constructed within an enlarged office wing. Less than fifty years after the Roosevelt renovation, the White House was already showing signs of serious structural weakness. President Harry S. Truman began a renovation of the building in which everything but the outer walls was dismantled. The reconstruction was overseen by architect Lorenzo Winslow, and in 1952, the Truman family moved back into the White House. Every president since John Adams has occupied the White House, and the history of this building extends far beyond the construction of its walls. From the Ground Floor Corridor rooms, transformed from their early use as service areas, to the State Floor rooms, where countless leaders and dignitaries have been entertained, the White House is both the home of the President of the United States and his family, and a living museum of American history. The White House remains a place where history continues to unfold. - There are 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, and 6 levels in the Residence. There are also 412 doors, 147 windows, 28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 3 elevators. - The White House kitchen is able to serve dinner to as many as 140 guests and hors d’oeuvres to more than 1,000. - The White House requires 570 gallons of paint to cover its outside surface. - At various times in history, the White House has been known as the “President’s Palace,” the “President’s House,” and the “Executive Mansion.” - President Theodore Roosevelt officially gave the White House its current name in 1901. ## East Wing Expansion For over 150 years, Presidents, administrations, and White House staff have sought a larger event space on the White House complex to accommodate more guests. President Donald J. Trump is committed to addressing this need for future administrations and the American people. The White House, among the world’s most beautiful and historic structures, cannot currently host major events for world leaders without erecting a large, unsightly tent 100 yards from the main entrance. The White House State Ballroom will add approximately 90,000 square feet of ornate, meticulously crafted space, with a seated capacity of 650—more than tripling the East Room’s 200-person limit. President Trump has convened meetings with White House staff, the National Park Service, the White House Military Office, and the United States Secret Service to review design and planning. He has selected McCrery Architects as lead firm, renowned for classical design and based in Washington, D.C. CEO Jim McCrery said: “Presidents in the modern era have faced challenges hosting major events at the White House because it has been untouched since President Harry Truman. I am honored that President Trump has entrusted me to help bring this beautiful and necessary renovation to The People’s House, while preserving the elegance of its classical design and historical importance.” Clark Construction will lead the construction team, with AECOM overseeing engineering. Construction commenced in September 2025 and is projected to conclude well before the end of President Trump’s term. President Trump, and other patriot donors, have generously donated the funds for this \$250 million project. The United States Secret Service will implement required security measures. The ballroom will stand apart from the main White House but mirror its architectural theme and heritage. It will replace the East Wing, built in 1902 and extensively modified, including a 1942 second-story addition. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles said the following: “President Trump is a builder at heart and has an extraordinary eye for detail. 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## View Ballroom Renderings Below            ## History Our first president, George Washington, selected the site for the White House in 1791. The following year, the cornerstone was laid and a design submitted by Irish-born architect James Hoban was chosen. After eight years of construction, President John Adams and his wife Abigail moved into the still-unfinished residence. During the War of 1812, the British set fire to the President’s House, and James Hoban was appointed to rebuild it. James Monroe moved into the building in 1817, and during his administration, the South Portico was constructed. In 1829, Andrew Jackson oversaw the addition of the North Portico. Various proposals were put forward during the late 19th century to significantly expand the President’s House or to build an entirely new residence, but these plans were never realized. In 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt began a major renovation of the White House, including the relocation of the President’s offices from the Second Floor of the Residence to the newly constructed temporary Executive Office Building (now known as the West Wing). The Roosevelt renovation was planned and carried out by the famous New York architectural firm McKim, Mead and White. Roosevelt’s successor, President William Howard Taft, had the Oval Office constructed within an enlarged office wing. Less than fifty years after the Roosevelt renovation, the White House was already showing signs of serious structural weakness. President Harry S. Truman began a renovation of the building in which everything but the outer walls was dismantled. The reconstruction was overseen by architect Lorenzo Winslow, and in 1952, the Truman family moved back into the White House. Every president since John Adams has occupied the White House, and the history of this building extends far beyond the construction of its walls. From the Ground Floor Corridor rooms, transformed from their early use as service areas, to the State Floor rooms, where countless leaders and dignitaries have been entertained, the White House is both the home of the President of the United States and his family, and a living museum of American history. The White House remains a place where history continues to unfold. - There are 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, and 6 levels in the Residence. There are also 412 doors, 147 windows, 28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 3 elevators. - The White House kitchen is able to serve dinner to as many as 140 guests and hors d’oeuvres to more than 1,000. - The White House requires 570 gallons of paint to cover its outside surface. - At various times in history, the White House has been known as the “President’s Palace,” the “President’s House,” and the “Executive Mansion.” - President Theodore Roosevelt officially gave the White House its current name in 1901. ## East Wing Expansion For over 150 years, Presidents, administrations, and White House staff have sought a larger event space on the White House complex to accommodate more guests. President Donald J. Trump is committed to addressing this need for future administrations and the American people. The White House, among the world’s most beautiful and historic structures, cannot currently host major events for world leaders without erecting a large, unsightly tent 100 yards from the main entrance. The White House State Ballroom will add approximately 90,000 square feet of ornate, meticulously crafted space, with a seated capacity of 650—more than tripling the East Room’s 200-person limit. President Trump has convened meetings with White House staff, the National Park Service, the White House Military Office, and the United States Secret Service to review design and planning. He has selected McCrery Architects as lead firm, renowned for classical design and based in Washington, D.C. CEO Jim McCrery said: “Presidents in the modern era have faced challenges hosting major events at the White House because it has been untouched since President Harry Truman. I am honored that President Trump has entrusted me to help bring this beautiful and necessary renovation to The People’s House, while preserving the elegance of its classical design and historical importance.” Clark Construction will lead the construction team, with AECOM overseeing engineering. Construction commenced in September 2025 and is projected to conclude well before the end of President Trump’s term. President Trump, and other patriot donors, have generously donated the funds for this \$250 million project. The United States Secret Service will implement required security measures. The ballroom will stand apart from the main White House but mirror its architectural theme and heritage. It will replace the East Wing, built in 1902 and extensively modified, including a 1942 second-story addition. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles said the following: “President Trump is a builder at heart and has an extraordinary eye for detail. The President and the Trump White House are fully committed to working with the appropriate organizations to preserving the special history of the White House while building a beautiful ballroom that can be enjoyed by future Administrations and generations of Americans to come.” The White House will provide ongoing public updates.