US First Ladies

Roles of the First Lady
The Constitution provides guidance for the responsibilities of the president, but what about the first lady? No founding document exists that explains the duties of the first lady.… learn more

Chicago History-The Mystery of Mary Todd Lincoln's Cloak
For an intriguing mystery about the coat which Mary Todd Lincoln wore on the evening he was assassinated check out this document from the Chicago Historical Society. learn more

C-Span Classroom: The First Ladies
View the C-SPAN Classroom content for each of the First Ladies and White House Hostesses that served during the tenures of the 46 U.S. Presidents. Resources include biographies from… learn more