This photograph was taken on First Lady Lady Bird Johnson's beautification tour of Milwaukee, Wisconsin on September 21, 1965. In this photograph, Mrs. Johnson speaks at the dedication of the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory. During her trip, she addressed the American Institute of Park Executives and toured the Boerner Botanical Gardens. Mrs. Johnson was an environmentalist who championed beautification projects across the country, culminating in the passing of the Highway Beautification Act of 1965.

In this photograph, guests dance and mingle in the Entrance Hall following a dinner held in honor of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor on April 4, 1970. President Richard M. Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon hosted the formal dinner in the State Dining Room, that included after-dinner entertainment in the East Room by singer and pianist Bobby Short and singing troupe the Young Saints. In this photograph, Julie Nixon Eisenhower can be seen near the North Door, speaking with her parents' dinner guests.

This is the program from a State Arrival Ceremony in honor of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo of the Philippines and Jose Miguel T. Arroyo, first gentleman of the Philippines, on May 19, 2003. The State Arrival Ceremony includes an official welcome on the South Lawn by the President of the United States with military honors, performances of both countries' national anthems by the United States Marine Band, and a 21 gun salute. The ceremony finishes with a receiving line for the welcoming committee and visiting dignitaries followed by a meeting of the president and visiting head of state in the Oval Office. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for White House events from 1980 to 2004.

This is the fourth page of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. At this State Dinner entertainment was provided by duo pianists Delphin and Romain. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for White House events from 1980 to 2004.

This is the sixth page fold-out of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. This page includes the menu for the dinner served in the State Dining Room and a program for after dinner entertainment. Duo Pianists Delphin and Romain played musical selections from composers Thomas Kerr, Sergei Rachmaninoff, and Witold Lutoslawski. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for state dinners from 1980 to 2004.

This is the fifth page of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. At of the entertainment at this State Dinner was provided by duo pianists Delphin and Romain. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for state dinners from 1980 to 2004.

This is the seventh page of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. Guests enjoyed dinner in the State Dining Room followed by a performance by duo pianists Delphin and Romain. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for state dinners from 1980 to 2004.

This is the eighth page of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. Guests enjoyed dinner in the State Dining Room followed by a performance by duo pianists Delphin and Romain. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for state dinners from 1980 to 2004.

This is the inside front cover of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. Guests enjoyed dinner in the State Dining Room followed by a performance by duo pianists Delphin and Romain. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for state dinners from 1980 to 2004.

This is the front cover of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. Guests enjoyed dinner in the State Dining Room followed by a performance by duo pianists Delphin and Romain. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for state dinners from 1980 to 2004.

This is the third page of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. Guests enjoyed dinner in the State Dining Room followed by a performance by duo pianists Delphin and Romain. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for state dinners from 1980 to 2004.

This is the back cover of an event program for a State Dinner hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter in honor of President Daniel Arap Moi of the Republic of Kenya on February 20, 1980. State Dinners include a receiving line, toasts by the President and visiting head of state, a formal dinner, after-dinner entertainment, and dancing. Guests enjoyed dinner in the State Dining Room followed by a performance by duo pianists Delphin and Romain. For the full program, see 1140938. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. Chef Mesnier created elaborate desserts for state dinners from 1980 to 2004.

In this photograph, White House Executive Chef Henry Haller stands with butlers Alfred Saenz (left) and Wilson Jerman (center), waiting for guests to enjoy a buffet spread in the State Dining Room. The refreshments, which included fresh fruit and shrimp with cocktail sauce, were likely served during a reception for members of the Diplomatic Corps and their spouses, held on July 1, 1986 during the Ronald Reagan administration. This photograph is part of a collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. Haller served as executive chef at the White House from 1966-1987.

This photograph was taken on May 24, 1973 during a dinner hosted by President Richard M. Nixon to honor former Prisoners of War (POW) from the Vietnam War and their wives. The event was held under a large orange-and-yellow tent on the South Lawn. Entertainers included comedian Bob Hope, songwriter Irving Berlin, entertainer Sammy Davis, Jr., and actors John Wayne and James Stewart. With 1,300 guests, it was the largest sit-down meal ever held at the White House until March 26, 1979, when a State Dinner celebrating the signing of the historic Egyptian-Israeli Peace Treaty had 1,340 guests. In this photograph, President Nixon greets the applauding audience with a "double victory" sign, a gesture he frequently used to signify victory in Vietnam. This photograph is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. As executive chef from 1966-1987, Haller oversaw the food preparations for the massive Vietnam POW dinner and the larger Egyptian-Israeli Peace Treaty State Dinner.

In this photograph, taken June 11, 1980, crew members set up a nautical setting on the South Grounds ahead of a Congressional picnic. The "Salute to Congress" was hosted by President Jimmy Carter, and featured an outdoor picnic, music, and dancing. This photograph is part of a collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. Haller served as executive chef at the White House from 1966-1987.

In this photograph, taken December 8, 1981 by White House photographer Mary Anne Fackelman, First Lady Nancy Reagan meets with Executive Chef Henry Haller in the White House Kitchen. Accompanying Mrs. Reagan is her chief of staff Peter McCoy. This visit to the White House Kitchen was conducted as part of a photo session for Newsweek magazine. This photograph is part of a collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. Haller served as executive chef at the White House from 1966-1987, catering to the tastes of five first families and their distinguished guests.

In this photograph, taken May 25, 1986, President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan descend from the North Door to take part in "Hands Across America." During the charity event, designed to raise awareness for homelessness and famine, over five million Americans from across the continental United States formed a human chain and held hands for 15 minutes. Among those who participated in "Hands Across America" near the North Portico were President Reagan's daughter Maureen Reagan, her husband Dennis Revell, and White House press secretary James S. Brady. This photograph is part of a collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. Haller served as executive chef at the White House from 1966-1987.

In this photograph, taken on November 17, 1978, butler Eugene Allen (left) and maître d'hotel John W. Ficklin (right) bring out a cake during a party in the East Room to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Mickey Mouse. The event was hosted by Amy Carter, daughter of President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter, who invited local children with disabilities to the celebration. This photograph is part of a collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. Haller served five first families and their distinguished guests as executive chef at the White House from 1966-1987.

This is the back of an event program for a dinner party hosted by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter on January 13, 1981. After-dinner entertainment scheduled included a performance by Broadway actor John Raitt. To view the complete program, see 1127204. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. As executive chef from 1966-1987, Haller oversaw the menus for many formal gatherings at the White House.

This is the front cover of an event program illustrating the entertainment that followed a dinner hosted by President Gerald R. Ford in honor of the governors of states and territories and their spouses. The event was held on February 23, 1976. Singer Tony Bennett performed for guests in the East Room. To view the complete program, see 1127571. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. As executive chef from 1966-1987, Haller oversaw many formal dinners at the White House.

This is the first page of an event program illustrating the entertainment that followed a dinner hosted by President Gerald R. Ford in honor of the governors of states and territories and their spouses. The event was held on February 23, 1976. Singer Tony Bennett performed for guests in the East Room. To view the complete program, see 1127571. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. As executive chef from 1966-1987, Haller oversaw many formal dinners at the White House.

This is the third page of an event program illustrating the entertainment that followed a dinner hosted by President Gerald R. Ford in honor of the governors of states and territories and their spouses. The event was held on February 23, 1976. Singer Tony Bennett performed for guests in the East Room. To view the complete program, see 1127571. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. As executive chef from 1966-1987, Haller oversaw many formal dinners at the White House.

This is an event program illustrating the entertainment that followed a dinner hosted by President Gerald R. Ford in honor of the governors of states and territories and their spouses. The event was held on February 23, 1976. Singer Tony Bennett performed for guests in the East Room. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. As executive chef from 1966-1987, Haller oversaw many formal dinners at the White House.

This is the second page of an event program illustrating the entertainment that followed a dinner hosted by President Gerald R. Ford in honor of the governors of states and territories and their spouses. The event was held on February 23, 1976. Singer Tony Bennett performed for guests in the East Room. To view the complete program, see 1127571. This program was part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. As executive chef from 1966-1987, Haller oversaw many formal dinners at the White House.

This is the fourth page of an event program illustrating the entertainment that followed a dinner hosted by President Gerald R. Ford in honor of the governors of states and territories and their spouses. The event was held on February 23, 1976. Singer Tony Bennett performed for guests in the East Room. To view the complete program, see 1127571. This program is part of a personal collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. As executive chef from 1966-1987, Haller oversaw many formal dinners at the White House.