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.

This is a lecture titled “Charles Honoré-Lannuier: French Ebeniste in America” 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 ecture titled “Charles Honoré-Lannuier: French Ebeniste in America” 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 “Charles Honoré-Lannuier: French Ebeniste in America” written by 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 “The Distinctive Character of the Work of Lannuier” 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. 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. 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 a lecture titled “Neo-classical tastes in American Furniture: The Federal and Empire Styles” written by White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce for a lecture on October 15, 1962. A decorative arts scholar, Pearce graduated from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture at the University of Delaware in 1958. 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. 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 invitation from President Richard M. Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon is for a reception celebrating the reopening of the Blue Room following refurbishment on May 15, 1972. The Blue Room had been closed since February 19, 1972, for a refurbishment project spearheaded by Mrs. Nixon alongside White House Curator Clement E. Conger and design consultant Edward Vason Jones. As first lady, Mrs. Nixon also oversaw the refurbishment of eight additional rooms, as well as major renovations to the Map and China Rooms. This invitation was sent to former White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce, who attended the reception. 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 photograph of Charles Henlock, White House gardener, was taken circa 1931. Henlock arrived in the United States from England in 1886, the same year he began working at the White House as a laborer. He was eventually promoted to head gardener, where he oversaw the gardens and grounds and managed the propagation of plants in the White House Conservatory. With the demolition of the Conservatory in 1902 to make way for the construction of the West Wing, Henlock moved to the greenhouses' new location on the National Mall. Henlock worked with several first ladies to select the florals for everything from formal events like State Dinners and Inaugural Balls to everyday decorations around the White House. Henlock was also involved with annual events on the White House Grounds like the White House Easter Egg Roll and the lighting of the National Christmas tree. Later in his career, Henlock was promoted to chief of the Horticultural Division of the Office of Public Buildings and Public Parks, overseeing the hundreds of thousands of plants around Washington, D.C. He was well-known for his estimating the peak bloom for the cherry blossom trees surrounding the Tidal Basin in Washington. In 1931, following 45 years of service, Henlock left his role due to the Civil Service Commission regulations outlining mandatory retirement. He then served the White House gardens in an advisory capacity until his death in 1934.

This correspondence from John N. Pearce to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce, his wife, is dated April 1961. The couple met while studying at Winterthur Museum, University of Delaware and both led accomplished careers in historic preservation. Lorraine was staying at the Fairmont Hotel (now known as the Fairwind Hotel) in Miami, Florida while John was home in Washington, D.C. when this letter was written. 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 correspondence from John N. Pearce to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce, his wife, is dated April 27, 1961. The couple met while studying at Winterthur Museum, University of Delaware and both led accomplished careers in historic preservation. In this letter, John expresses excitement that Lorraine is returning home a day early from a stay at the Fairmont Hotel (now known as the Fairwind Hotel) in Miami, Florida with their son. John wrote from the couple's home in Washington, D.C. 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 correspondence from John N. Pearce to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce, his wife, is dated April 24, 1961. The couple met while studying at Winterthur Museum, University of Delaware and both led accomplished careers in historic preservation. In this note, John Pearce mentions Lorraine Waxman Pearce's feature in a New York Times Magazine article on First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. Lorraine was staying at the Fairmont Hotel (now known as the Fairwind Hotel) in Miami, Florida while John was home in Washington, D.C. when this letter was written. 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 correspondence by John N. Pearce to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce, his wife, is dated April 19, 1961. The couple met while studying at Winterthur Museum, University of Delaware and both led accomplished careers in historic preservation. In the letter, John gives Lorraine encouragement and he mentions missing both her and their children. Lorraine was staying at the Fairmont Hotel (now known as the Fairwind Hotel) in Miami, Florida while John was home in Washington, D.C. when this letter was written. 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 correspondence by John N. Pearce to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce, his wife, is dated April 16, 1961. The couple met while studying at Winterthur Museum, University of Delaware and both led accomplished careers in historic preservation. In the letter John Pearce discusses furniture acquisitions. Lorraine was staying at the Fairmont Hotel (now known as the Fairwind Hotel) in Miami, Florida while John was home in Washington, D.C. when this letter was written. This letter is part of the Lorraine Waxman Pearce Collection. Lorraine Waxman Pearce served as the first White House Curator from 1961-1962. 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 sixty years. Transcription provided by the White House Historical Association.

This correspondence written by John N. Pearce to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce is dated April 15, 1961. The couple met while studying at Winterthur Museum, University of Delaware and both led accomplished careers in historic preservation. In this letter, John Pearce mentions reading about the discovery of pieces of the Bellangé suite in the day's newspaper. Lorraine was staying at the Fairmont Hotel (now known as the Fairwind Hotel) in Miami, Florida while John was home in Washington, D.C. when this letter was written. 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 correspondence written by John N. Pearce to White House Curator Lorraine Waxman Pearce is dated April 12, 1961. The letter includes birthday wishes from John to Lorraine, his wife. Lorraine was staying at the Fairmont Hotel (now known as the Fairwind Hotel) in Miami, Florida while John was home in Washington, D.C. when this letter was written. The couple met while studying at Winterthur Museum, University of Delaware and both led accomplished careers in historic preservation. 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.