Construction of the White House began at noon on October 13, 1792, with the laying of the cornerstone. [25][26] The main residence and foundations of the house were built largely by …

If you are looking for more specific information about the construction of the White House and in-depth accounts, see Bob Arnebeck’s Through a Fiery Trial: Building Washington 1790-1800, …

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, …

Mar 11, 2015 · History Shorts: Who Built the White House? The White House is one of the great symbols of America, but its construction history gets into the darkest parts of the nation's past.

1 day ago · Once the White House submits its plans this month, the National Capital Planning Commission is expected to consider the proposal early next year.

Sep 25, 2025 · The cornerstone of the White House was laid in 1791 on a site along the Potomac River, selected by George Washington. The neoclassical mansion was designed by Irish-born …

These workers - free and enslaved, skilled and unskilled - labored alongside each other for the next eight years to build the White House. During that time, hundreds of enslaved people were …