MP76-70 The White House – Past and Present

This narrated instructional film gives an overview of the White House, its construction history, and its public spaces as of 1960. It talks about notable presidents and events that took place in the White House. Among other presidents, it briefly discusses President Truman's involvement in the 1952 renovation and the new technology of television used during the Truman administration.

The sound on this film is shaky and toward the end, gets very quiet in a couple of spots. This film was produced by Coronet Instructional Films, copyright 1960. The educational collaborator is listed as Allen W. Moger, Ph.D., Professor of History, Washington and Lee University. The current copyright status of this film is unknown. Potential users should investigate it and obtain proper permission if needed. Please credit: Coronet Instructional Films, Harry S. Truman Library.

This film is part of the Motion Picture series at the Truman Library. Please see this link for the National Archives Catalog record: https://catalog.archives.gov/id/595162