WHITE HOUSE RENOVATION SOUVENIRS Book * Smith * Relic Material Wood * Signed

Description: White House Renovation Souvenirs Souvenirs, Relics and Mementos of the President’s House Wayne Smith The building that is home to the Presidents has gone through tremendous changes over the 222 years of its history. The burning by the British in 1814 resulted in the first complete rebuilding of its interior. In 1902 Teddy Roosevelt remodeled the whole ground level to update and “modernize” it. President Coolidge replaced the roof and added to the third floor in 1927. Harry Truman, in the early 1950s, completely gutted and rebuilt the White House because of major structural safety issues. As a result, very little of the original material, except for the exterior walls, remains in this historic residence. Fortunately, over the years, collectors have preserved and cherished little pieces of history that were once a small part of the President’s House and witnessed events that shaped our nation. Gavels, canes, bricks, nails, and other amazing souvenirs made with this material survived and now proudly reside in collections and museums around the country. Hundreds of photographs and stories document this collection of treasures made from the most recognizable and historic building in this country, if not the entire world…. The White House. The only book on the subject, White House Renovation Souvenirs, delves into the field of collecting relics and souvenirs made with pieces of the White House. Since many of these types of items are unique, this book is not a price guide but is an indispensable guide to the background and history of this field of collecting. The hundreds of photos and images, along with stories and renovation history, provide collectors with the tools and information they need to build a fascinating and truly unique collection. “It is a beautifully crafted volume and a wonderful resource. I was truly amazed at the breadth of the souvenir objects.” – William Allman - former White House Curator. NOTE * This is a Special Edition with archival quality glossy pages and antique style marbled end pages. It is shipped directly from the author and is unlike any other copies found online! Autographed by request. A valuable resource for any collector! Hardback Full Color 8.5 x 11 inches 200 pages 300+ photos ISBN: 978-1-7378895-0-2 Publication Date: April, 2022Printed in the United States Please check my website * WhiteHouseRelics * for savings and further information on this topic. This book will be mailed via USPS Priority Mail. This service is safer, faster, more reliable and offers insurance and tracking. The rate for any book mailed within the U.S. is $11.95. International shipping is based on location. *************** Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE

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