Presidential familial bias continued in the 20th century.

As President’s Day approaches, it’s the perfect opportunity to delve into the rich history of American presidents with ties to Upstate New York. Several presidents were born, lived, or are buried here ...

Politicians with Ohio connections ran for president in 11 of the 14 elections from 1868-1920, long before the era of robo-calls and unending television ads. A free exhibit in the State Capitol map ...

Today, the Oval Office is arguably the most iconic workspace in the world — widely recognized as a powerful symbol of presidential authority. Its creation and evolution reflect broader developments in ...

Presidents in 1800s expand wartime and veto powers: expansions of executive power in the 1800s under Presidents Andrew Jackson, James K. Polk and Abraham Lincoln. Andrew Jackson (1829–1837) Introduced ...

President's Day was originally established to celebrate George Washington’s birthday on February 22. Over time, the observance shifted to the third Monday in February, expanding to honor all U.S.

In honor of Presidents' Day, we visit with the folks who collect presidential memorabilia — from pictures of presidential dogs to many many campaign buttons, to deep dives on just one president. Every ...

From haute cuisine to humble home cooking, American presidents — like their fellow citizens — have embraced a wide range of foods and culinary traditions. Their tastes were shaped by childhood ...