Making history your story
Frances Cleveland was our youngest First Lady, marrying President Grover Cleveland in the White House when she was just 21 years old! Read all about her in my latest Booking It Through History: First Ladies post.
The People's House is Washington, DC's newest museum, and it takes you inside the White House to learn more about its history and its inhabitants over the years. It's interactive and immersive and perfect for families!
Ellen "Nell" Arthur died just before her husband, Chester Arthur, became president, but she left a lasting impact on him that may have influenced his policies. Her legacy can still be seen today in the "Church of Presidents." Learn more about her in my latest Booking It Through History: First Ladies post.
Lucretia Garfield was first lady for only six months, but she still left an impact. She was a strong woman who endured a loveless early marriage to find a true companionship that was tragically cut short by an assassin's bullet. Read all about her in my latest Booking It Through History: First Ladies post.
I enjoyed my time learning about Lucy Hayes who was the first First Lady to graduate from college. Known now for her stand against alcohol, Lucy was only in Washington for four years but she left a big impact on the White House. Read my new post in my Booking It Through History: First Ladies project.
In my new Booking It Through History: First Ladies post, learn all about a first lady who loved living in the White House, Julia Grant. Her positive personality and charming entertainment helped the country get through some of its most difficult times.
Eliza Johnson was called the "myth of the White House" during her four years as first lady. Read my new Booking It Through History: First Ladies post to see why!
Mary Lincoln is one of the most researched yet misunderstood first ladies in history. Read my new post about her sad life and how her troubled history is still being debated today!
I love reading historical fiction novels about the First Ladies. Check out my new post listing the books you'll want to read about these fascinating women!
Another Booking It Through History month with the First Ladies. This time, I learned more about Jane Pierce, one of the most tragic First Ladies.