In this photograph by Mary Anne Fackelman, White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier (right) and Executive Chef Henry Haller (left) present a table of thirteen cakes for President Ronald Reagan's 70th birthday party on February 6, 1981 in the East Room of the White House. The top cake is decorated with a blown-sugar horse replica of President Reagan's favorite horse "El Alamein" that was gifted to him by President José López Portillo of the United Mexican States. President Reagan thought the evening was going to entail a dinner with around twenty friends and family members, but First Lady Nancy Reagan turned it into a surprise party and invited over 100 guests. During the celebration in the East Room, guests enjoyed a formal dinner, cake and dessert, and live music by the United States Army Band. This photograph is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for the White House from 1980 to 2004.

This photograph of singer and actor Billy Porter performing the holiday classic "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. Porter was accompanied by the United States Army Band Downrange. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and also featured performances by Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of members of the United States Army Band Downrange rehearsing prior to the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The White House is appears prominently in the background of this photograph. A trio of Christmas wreaths hang from the Truman Balcony on the South Portico, while Marine One, the presidential helicopter, waits on the South Lawn.

This photograph of members of the United States Army Band Downrange rehearsing prior to the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The White House is appears prominently in the background of this photograph. A trio of Christmas wreaths hang from the Truman Balcony on the South Portico.

This photograph of members of the United States Army Band Downrange performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The military band provided accompaniment to the featured performers during the ceremony. The event was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of members of the United States Army Band Downrange performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The military band provided accompaniment to the featured performers during the ceremony. The event was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of members of the United States Army Band Downrange performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The military band provided accompaniment to the featured performers during the ceremony. The event was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021, at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse. This photograph was taken shortly after President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden lit the National Christmas Tree. Here, members of the United States Army Band Downrange perform at left of the National Christmas Tree. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021, at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse. This photograph was taken shortly after President Joseph R. Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden lit the National Christmas Tree. Here, members of the United States Army Band Downrange perform at left of the National Christmas Tree. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of the United States Army Band Downrange performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The military band provided accompaniment to the featured performers during the ceremony. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and also featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Maren Morris, Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of Columbian singer and songwriter Juanes performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. Juanes performed the holiday classic "Last Christmas" in alternating English and Spanish, accompanied by the United States Army Band Downrange. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and also featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Maren Morris, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of Columbian singer and songwriter Juanes performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. Juanes performed the holiday classic "Last Christmas" in alternating English and Spanish, accompanied by the United States Army Band Downrange. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and also featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Maren Morris, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of Columbian singer and songwriter Juanes performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. Juanes performed the holiday classic "Last Christmas" in alternating English and Spanish, accompanied by the United States Army Band Downrange. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and also featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Maren Morris, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of a saxophonist from the United States Army Band joining country singer Maren Morris for a solo during her rendition of "Rocking Around the Christmas Tree" was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The event was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of a saxophonist from the United States Army Band joining country singer Maren Morris for a solo during her rendition of "Rocking Around the Christmas Tree" was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The event was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of the United States Army Band Downrange performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The military band provided accompaniment to the featured performers during the ceremony. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and also featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Maren Morris, Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of the United States Army Band Downrange performing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse was taken by Thomas Goertel on December 2, 2021. The military band provided accompaniment to the featured performers during the ceremony. The 2021 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony was hosted by rapper and actor LL Cool J and also featured performances by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Maren Morris, Juanes, Keb’ Mo’, Kristin Chenoweth, and Patti LaBelle. The lighting of the National Christmas Tree is a cherished holiday tradition in Washington, D.C. When President Calvin Coolidge lit the first tree in 1923, the celebration attracted more than 6,000 spectators. The opening ceremony and nightly holiday concerts have annually drawn hundreds of attendees.

This photograph of the U.S. Army Band performing on the South Portico during the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino. Other military bands including the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Air Force Band entertained guests during the event. The 141st White House Easter Egg Roll took place on the South Lawn of the White House and the Ellipse on April 22, 2019. Festivities included games like hopscotch, musical eggs, drawing lessons, tennis games, and the Easter Egg Roll Race. Guests were also greeted by variety of costumed performers including the White House Easter Bunny, the PAAS Easter Bunny, and the Racing Presidents who are the mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed guests from the South Portico, officiated an Easter Egg Roll Race, and participated in activities such as reading children’s books and coloring with children.

This photograph of the U.S. Army Band performing on the South Portico during the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino. Other military bands including the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Air Force Band entertained guests during the event. The 141st White House Easter Egg Roll took place on the South Lawn of the White House and the Ellipse on April 22, 2019. Festivities included games like hopscotch, musical eggs, drawing lessons, tennis games, and the Easter Egg Roll Race. Guests were also greeted by variety of costumed performers including the White House Easter Bunny, the PAAS Easter Bunny, and the Racing Presidents who are the mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed guests from the South Portico, officiated an Easter Egg Roll Race, and participated in activities such as reading children’s books and coloring with children.

This photograph of the U.S. Army Band performing on the South Portico during the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino. Other military bands including the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Air Force Band entertained guests during the event. The 141st White House Easter Egg Roll took place on the South Lawn of the White House and the Ellipse on April 22, 2019. Festivities included games like hopscotch, musical eggs, drawing lessons, tennis games, and the Easter Egg Roll Race. Guests were also greeted by variety of costumed performers including the White House Easter Bunny, the PAAS Easter Bunny, and the Racing Presidents who are the mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed guests from the South Portico, officiated an Easter Egg Roll Race, and participated in activities such as reading children’s books and coloring with children.

This photograph of the U.S. Army Band performing on the South Portico during the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino. Other military bands including the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Air Force Band entertained guests during the event. The 141st White House Easter Egg Roll took place on the South Lawn of the White House and the Ellipse on April 22, 2019. Festivities included games like hopscotch, musical eggs, drawing lessons, tennis games, and the Easter Egg Roll Race. Guests were also greeted by variety of costumed performers including the White House Easter Bunny, the PAAS Easter Bunny, and the Racing Presidents who are the mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed guests from the South Portico, officiated an Easter Egg Roll Race, and participated in activities such as reading children’s books and coloring with children.

This photograph of the U.S. Army Band performing on the South Portico during the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino. Other military bands including the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Air Force Band entertained guests during the event. The 141st White House Easter Egg Roll took place on the South Lawn of the White House and the Ellipse on April 22, 2019. Festivities included games like hopscotch, musical eggs, drawing lessons, tennis games, and the Easter Egg Roll Race. Guests were also greeted by variety of costumed performers including the White House Easter Bunny, the PAAS Easter Bunny, and the Racing Presidents who are the mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed guests from the South Portico, officiated an Easter Egg Roll Race, and participated in activities such as reading children’s books and coloring with children.

This photograph of the U.S. Army Band performing on the South Portico during the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino. Other military bands including the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Air Force Band entertained guests during the event. The 141st White House Easter Egg Roll took place on the South Lawn of the White House and the Ellipse on April 22, 2019. Festivities included games like hopscotch, musical eggs, drawing lessons, tennis games, and the Easter Egg Roll Race. Guests were also greeted by variety of costumed performers including the White House Easter Bunny, the PAAS Easter Bunny, and the Racing Presidents who are the mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed guests from the South Portico, officiated an Easter Egg Roll Race, and participated in activities such as reading children’s books and coloring with children.

This photograph of the U.S. Army Band performing on the South Portico during the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino. Other military bands including the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Air Force Band entertained guests during the event. The 141st White House Easter Egg Roll took place on the South Lawn of the White House and the Ellipse on April 22, 2019. Festivities included games like hopscotch, musical eggs, drawing lessons, tennis games, and the Easter Egg Roll Race. Guests were also greeted by variety of costumed performers including the White House Easter Bunny, the PAAS Easter Bunny, and the Racing Presidents who are the mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed guests from the South Portico, officiated an Easter Egg Roll Race, and participated in activities such as reading children’s books and coloring with children.

This photograph of the U.S. Army Band performing on the South Portico during the White House Easter Egg Roll was taken by Matthew D'Agostino. Other military bands including the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Air Force Band entertained guests during the event. The 141st White House Easter Egg Roll took place on the South Lawn of the White House and the Ellipse on April 22, 2019. Festivities included games like hopscotch, musical eggs, drawing lessons, tennis games, and the Easter Egg Roll Race. Guests were also greeted by variety of costumed performers including the White House Easter Bunny, the PAAS Easter Bunny, and the Racing Presidents who are the mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed guests from the South Portico, officiated an Easter Egg Roll Race, and participated in activities such as reading children’s books and coloring with children.