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The White House Conservatory: The Lost Treasure

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Feather Foster

Arguably the largest of all lost White House treasures, is the Conservatory. The Greenhouse Concept Some three hundred years ago, the first greenhouse was built in Colonial America. The concept had been known in Europe for some time: to provide … Continue reading →

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Harriet Lane and the James Buchanan Statue

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Feather Schwartz Foster

James Buchanan has been the cellar dweller among Presidents for more than 150 years. JB: The Balance Sheet The asset side. Pennsylvania’s James Buchanan (1791-1868) came to the presidency in 1857 with a forty-plus-year resume of solid achievement: successful attorney, … Continue reading →

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James Buchanan and the Prince of Wales

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Feather Schwartz Foster

Albert Edward, Prince of Wales had always been a concern to his parents, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. The Prince and his Parents Prince Bertie, as his family called him, was a genial, warm-hearted and pleasure-loving fellow, and would remain … Continue reading →

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General Grant in New Jersey

Posted on November 9, 2015 by Feather Schwartz Foster

General Grant was the most famous person in the country after the Civil War. All the rich and powerful and famous were anxious to court his favor, and the General usually obliged. A Tale of Gifts and Laws Simply put, … Continue reading →

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Mary Lincoln’s Rivals

Posted on April 20, 2015 by Feather Schwartz Foster

Thirty year old Harriet Lane enjoyed a hugely popular tenure as de facto First Lady in the late 1850s. Her social leadership was as successful as her Uncle James Buchanan’s political administration was a flop. When First Lady-to-be Mary Lincoln … Continue reading →

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Harriet Lane Johnston: The Unknown “First Lady”

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Feather Schwartz Foster

Harriet Lane (1830-1903) was technically a Presidential “hostess.” Nevertheless, she was “hostess” for four full years. Harriet Lane: A Basic Overview Harriet Lane (1830-1903) was orphaned at nine years old, and her bachelor Uncle James Buchanan, already a well-to-do … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: Harriet Lane

The White House Conservatory: The Lost Treasure

Harriet Lane and the James Buchanan Statue

James Buchanan and the Prince of Wales

General Grant in New Jersey

Mary Lincoln’s Rivals

Harriet Lane Johnston: The Unknown “First Lady”

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