The Inaugural Ball hasn't always been a must-see event for First Ladies. Our original First Lady, Martha Washington, skipped her husband's celebration, possibly because she didn't really approve ...

The role of the First Lady in the White House has evolved significantly, moving from ceremonial duties to influential public ...

even Edith Roosevelt, who served as first lady from 1901 to 1909, "could not understand why the public was clamoring for her dress," according to the museum's archives. At that time, relatives of ...

Eleanor Roosevelt by Bernard T. Frydrysiak, 1946; Oil on canvas; Ford and Marni Roosevelt We recognize the role of first lady as it exists today because of Eleanor Roosevelt.

The role of First Lady has continuously evolved, with each woman leaving a lasting influence on American society, and as Melania Trump prepares to return to the role in 2025, she will add her unique ...