The White House

The White House is the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. It is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. and has been the residence of every U.S. President since John Adams in 1800.

Purpose / Function

The official residence and office of the President of the United States of America.

Architecture

Neoclassical

History

Continuously built over the centuries, the building was famously razed by the British during the War of 1812. Towards the start of the 20th century, the building received some of its most famous additions, including the first "Oval Office," which is the President's personal office.

Type

Government complex

Owner

Delores Keaton

Owning Organization

Republican Party

Characters in Location

• Delores Keaton