White House Workers: Traditions And Memories

Price 9.79 - 14.95 USD

EAN/UPC/ISBN Code 93074800393

Manufacture Folkways Records

Manufacture Country USA

Butlers, chefs, housekeepers, electricians, ushers, curators, & many more, all members of the permanent White House staff, tell tales of triumph, tragedy & deep devotion to the nation, the presidency & the First Families while working behind the scene at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. White House Workers: Traditions and Memories explores the dedication, skills & sacrifices of residence staff whose extraordinary service has helped the White House fulfill its multiple roles as a family residence, seat of government, ceremonial center, historic building & museum. This DVD contains an introduction by former President Jimmy Carter recalling the White House workers he knew. Workers at the White House, a 32-minute documentary film featuring a broad range of workers who have served presidents from Herbert Hoover to George H.W. Bush. The Working White House: 200 Years of Traditions and Memories, a 12-minute introduction to the Smithsonian Institution"s new traveling exhibition. Two hours of interviews conducted in 2007 with recently retired White House workers, recounting memories, describing traditions & expressing sense of community among staff & pride in their service to First Families & the nation. Extensive notes, 40-page booklet with photos.