Inside The Home — Blair House
Composed of four seamlessly connected townhomes—two on Pennsylvania Avenue and two facing Lafayette Park on Jackson Place—Blair House retains the unique outward appearance of each original house with a carefully integrated interior.
Blair House
Furnished with fine antique furniture, objects, and art, Blair House is carefully curated to portray the history, values, and hospitality of the nation. The home is maintained by the U.S. Department of State and the General Services Administration.
History of The Home - Blair House
Built in 1824, Blair House became politically central in Washington, D.C., the moment the Blair family took up residence in 1837. Francis Preston Blair was a circuit court clerk from Frankfort, Kentucky, whose editorials in his local newspaper attracted President Andrew Jackson’s attention.
Diplomacy In Action - Blair House
Blair House serves as a site for American diplomacy in action. In addition to functioning as the President’s Guest House for visiting foreign leaders, Blair House is a stage for a multitude of internationally focused events that help to advance America’s relationship with foreign nations.
200th Anniversary — Blair House
In 2024, the Foundation marked the 200th anniversary of the building of Blair House with a gala celebration at Blair House, the White House, and the Department of State. This video contains highlights of that occasion and historic images that illustrate the vital role played by Blair House in American politics and diplomacy.
Gallery 3 — Blair House
Photo: Original in the Blair House, The President's Guest House Collection. View fullsize President Reagan chats with his secretary of state nominee Alexander Haig before his confirmation hearing, 1981.
Blair House Guest Book — Blair House
2006年12月30日 · Blair House’s official guest books form a record of political change, advancement and evolution in the United States and around the world. They reflect the profound complexity of international politics and the ever-changing role of …
Major Gifts - Blair House
As the President’s Guest House, Blair House is an immediate and significant symbol of the nation to our foreign visitors. While Congress ensures its architectural and structural integrity, the interior décor and gardens depend on the generosity of citizens.
Contact 3 — Blair House
Blair House Foundation Post Office Box 27208 Washington, DC 20038. Email Address [email protected]. Please Note: Blair House is not open to the public.
Foundation - Blair House
Founded in 1985, the Blair House Foundation is a charitable, tax-exempt, non-partisan organization committed to raising private funds from across the nation to create and maintain the beautiful rooms, gardens, and amenities of Blair House.