Tour of the White House with Mrs. John F. Kennedy

Duration: 66

Year Published: 1962

Creator: Columbia Broadcasting System

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: sound

Description: Presents a tour of the White House conducted and narrated by Mrs. John F. Kennedy in the company of Charles Collingwood emphasizing the history, traditions and current status (in 1962) of the White House. Traces the historical development of the White House and the changes made in it throughout the years using old prints and photographs to illustrate its changing status. Mrs. Kennedy conducts the viewers through the public rooms commenting on their history, the furniture, paintings, and other objects of Presidential memorabilia. Additionally, shows the seldom-viewed Lincoln Room and Monroe Room. Closes with President Kennedy in a brief discussion of the impact and significance of the White House.

Complete Record: Presents a tour of the White House conducted and narrated by Mrs. John F. Kennedy in the company of Charles Collingwood emphasizing the history, traditions and current status (in 1962) of the White House. Traces the historical development of the White House and the changes made in it throughout the years using old prints and photographs to illustrate its changing status. Mrs. Kennedy conducts the viewers through the public rooms commenting on their history, the furniture, paintings, and other objects of Presidential memorabilia. Additionally, shows the seldom-viewed Lincoln Room and Monroe Room. Closes with President Kennedy in a brief discussion of the impact and significance of the White House., NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.