This is a transcription of a memorandum from White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy dated March 5, 1962. In the memorandum, Pearce discusses the first draft of the White House guidebook. Pearce reiterates her desire for Mrs. Kennedy's contributions to be made known in the introduction. Questions about the donor list and other changes are also included. This memo is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a note from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce dated February 20, 1962. Mrs. Kennedy asks Pearce where the Abigail Adams portrait that was used on a tv program is located. On the back, Pearce responds that CBS is checking who owns the original portrait, although Pearce does say that she found an original silhouette, presumably of Mrs. Adams. This is likely a reference to Mrs. Kennedy's famous tour of the White House, which aired on February 14, 1962 on CBS. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association

This is a transcription of a memorandum from White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy dated February 15, 1962. In the memorandum, Pearce tells Mrs. Kennedy about her most recent talk with a Mr. West from the White House Historical Association. Pearce addresses some of the difficulties in working with the National Geographic Society, and their disagreement over which images to include and the future White House guidebook's purpose. This memo is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. The document is printed on paper and contains handwritten notes in the margins, likely from Mrs. Kennedy. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a memorandum from White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy dated February 13, 1962. In the memorandum, Pearce provides Mrs. Kennedy a progress report on her meeting with Mr. Shore from National Geographic and Mr. West (likely White House Chief Usher J. B. West). The topic of the meeting was what would become the White House guidebook. Mr. Shore wanted to determine what would be National Geographic's involvement in order to proceed with the project. This memo is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. The document was printed on paper and contains handwritten notes in the margins, likely from Mrs. Kennedy. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This transcription of a letter to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy from J. B. West is from circa 1961 to 1962. In the letter, West discusses the donor list for the White House guidebook. J. B. West was the Chief Usher of the White House from 1957 to 1968. The letter features a reply from Mrs. Kennedy at the bottom of the page. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a correspondence from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce is from circa 1961- to 1962. Mrs. Kennedy discusses layout, illustrations, and timeline for the White House guidebook. This correspondence is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a correspondence from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce from circa 1961 to 1962. Mrs. Kennedy references writing an introduction to the White House guidebook and securing photography of the Jackson statue in Lafayette Square. This correspondence is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a correspondence from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce from circa 1961 to 1962. Mrs. Kennedy mentions showing the guidebook to President John F. Kennedy, the "feasibility" of printing a White House catalog, and securing photographs of the White House in the snow. This correspondence is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a letter from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to possibly J. B. West—White House Chief Usher (1957 to 1969)—from circa 1961 to 1962. Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy relays feedback on the layout and illustrations to be included in the upcoming White House guidebook. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a correspondence from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce from circa 1961 to 1962. In this correspondence, Mrs. Kennedy responds to previous notes regarding the shape of the upcoming White House guidebook and images to be included in the final version. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a correspondence from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce is from circa 1961-1962. Mrs. Kennedy references Lorraine Waxman Pearce’s speaking engagements as well as their progress on the White House guidebook and catalog for the White House Collection. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a letter from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce dated April 5 (ca. 1962). The letter references Mrs. Kennedy and Lorraine Waxman Pearce’s work on the White House guidebook, Pearce’s office in the Map Room, and Mrs. Kennedy’s struggle to balance her roles as first lady, mother, and wife. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a letter from Anthony Galliers-Pratt dated August 21, 1961. In the letter Pratt thanks White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce for a delightful afternoon, presumably at the White House, and her account of White House history. Pratt was an Englishman who owned Mawley Hall, an 18th-century county mansion near Cleobury Mortimer, Shropshire, England. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This is a transcription of a letter from First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce dated August 1961. Shortly after President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration, Mrs. Kennedy took steps towards preserving the historic integrity of the White House. In 1961, she created the Fine Arts Committee for the White House, established the White House Historical Association, and hired the first White House Curator—Lorraine Waxman Pearce. Pearce joined the White House in March of 1961. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with Mrs. Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This document showcases handwritten notes from White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce on the family tree of Charles Honoré Lannuier presumably using Savannah and New York records. Charles Honoré Lannuier (1779–1819) was a French cabinetmaker who has a number of pieces in the White House Collection. A guéridon (small, circular French table) he designed is often on display in the Red Room. This document is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years.

This document is of, possibly, a speech from a presentation on White House history, art, and furniture. Starting on a page with the page number "19" through "25," the document contains paragraphs with "[SLIDE]" comments that suggest it is part of a larger presentation. The speech was likely given by White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce. This document is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years.

This is an invitation to the White House for a reception celebrating the newly completed restoration of the Blue Room. First Lady Hillary Clinton hosted the event on February 17, 1995. Former White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce was the recipient of this invitation. This invitation is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years.

This composite is a compilation of materials from the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection and other sources. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962. This composite may only be used for press and publicity purposes related to the collection. All other uses must be approved by the White House Historical Association in writing.

This thesis titled “French Influence on American Decorative Arts of the Early Nineteenth Century: The Work of Charles-Honoré Lannuier" was written by Lorraine Waxman Pearce to the University of Delaware in June 1958. The thesis analyzes the influence of France on America's decorative arts through the lens of émigré cabinetmaker Charles Honoré Lannuier and the emergence of the Empire style in the United States in the early nineteenth century. Pearce graduated with a Masters of Arts degree from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture—a partnership between the Winterthur Museum and the University of Delaware. During her time in graduate school, Pearce worked as a registrar at the Winterthur Museum where she met its founder, Henry Francis du Pont. Shortly after President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy took steps towards preserving the historic integrity of the White House and appointed du Pont as the chair of the newly established Fine Arts Committee of the White House in 1961. Upon du Pont's recommendation, Mrs. Kennedy hired Lorraine Waxman Pearce as the inaugural White House Curator that same year. Pearce joined the White House in March of 1961. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with Mrs. Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. This thesis is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962.

This is a lecture titled “Aspects of the American Decorative Arts Museum” written by White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce. A decorative arts scholar, Pearce graduated from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture at the University of Delaware in 1958. Shortly after President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy took steps towards preserving the historic integrity of the White House. In 1961, she created the Fine Arts Committee for the White House, established the White House Historical Association, and hired the first White House Curator—Lorraine Waxman Pearce. Pearce joined the White House in March of 1961. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with Mrs. Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. During her time in the White House, Pearce spoke at society luncheons, academic seminars, and other engagements about the White House restoration project. After her resignation from the White House, Pearce taught private fine and decorative art history classes in Washington, D.C. This lecture is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962.

This is a lecture titled “Classical Taste in the Federal City” written by White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce circa 1963 to 1964. A decorative arts scholar, Pearce graduated from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture at the University of Delaware in 1958. Shortly after President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy took steps towards preserving the historic integrity of the White House. In 1961, she created the Fine Arts Committee for the White House, established the White House Historical Association, and hired the first White House Curator—Lorraine Waxman Pearce. Pearce joined the White House in March of 1961. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with Mrs. Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. During her time in the White House, Pearce spoke at society luncheons, academic seminars, and other engagements about the White House restoration project. After her resignation from the White House, Pearce taught private fine and decorative art history classes in Washington, D.C. This lecture is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962.

This is a lecture titled “The Creation of the President’s House” written by White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce circa 1962. A decorative arts scholar, Pearce graduated from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture at the University of Delaware in 1958. Shortly after President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy took steps towards preserving the historic integrity of the White House. In 1961, she created the Fine Arts Committee for the White House, established the White House Historical Association, and hired the first White House Curator—Lorraine Waxman Pearce. Pearce joined the White House in March of 1961. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with Mrs. Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. During her time in the White House, Pearce spoke at society luncheons, academic seminars, and other engagements about the White House restoration project. After her resignation from the White House, Pearce taught private fine and decorative art history classes in Washington, D.C. This lecture is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962.

This is a lecture titled “The Creation of the President’s House” written by White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce circa 1962. A decorative arts scholar, Pearce graduated from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture at the University of Delaware in 1958. Shortly after President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy took steps towards preserving the historic integrity of the White House. In 1961, she created the Fine Arts Committee for the White House, established the White House Historical Association, and hired the first White House Curator—Lorraine Waxman Pearce. Pearce joined the White House in March of 1961. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with Mrs. Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. During her time in the White House, Pearce spoke at society luncheons, academic seminars, and other engagements about the White House restoration project. After her resignation from the White House, Pearce taught private fine and decorative art history classes in Washington, D.C. This lecture is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962.

This is a lecture titled “The Creation of the President’s House” written by White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce circa 1962. A decorative arts scholar, Pearce graduated from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture at the University of Delaware in 1958. Shortly after President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy took steps towards preserving the historic integrity of the White House. In 1961, she created the Fine Arts Committee for the White House, established the White House Historical Association, and hired the first White House Curator—Lorraine Waxman Pearce. Pearce joined the White House in March of 1961. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with Mrs. Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. During her time in the White House, Pearce spoke at society luncheons, academic seminars, and other engagements about the White House restoration project. After her resignation from the White House, Pearce taught private fine and decorative art history classes in Washington, D.C. This lecture is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962.

This is a lecture titled “The Creation of the President’s House” written by White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce circa 1962. A decorative arts scholar, Pearce graduated from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture at the University of Delaware in 1958. Shortly after President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy took steps towards preserving the historic integrity of the White House. In 1961, she created the Fine Arts Committee for the White House, established the White House Historical Association, and hired the first White House Curator—Lorraine Waxman Pearce. Pearce joined the White House in March of 1961. As curator, she oversaw refurbishment projects, implemented collections policies, and collaborated with Mrs. Kennedy to write the first White House guidebook—a joint publication of the National Geographic Society and the White House Historical Association. Since its original publication in 1962, “The White House: An Historic Guide” has been revised, updated, and printed for over 60 years. During her time in the White House, Pearce spoke at society luncheons, academic seminars, and other engagements about the White House restoration project. After her resignation from the White House, Pearce taught private fine and decorative art history classes in Washington, D.C. This lecture is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961 to 1962.