President's Park

President's Park, located in Washington, D.C., encompasses the White House, a visitor center, Lafayette Square, and The Ellipse. President's Park was the original name of Lafayette Square. The current President's Park is administered by the National Park Service.

Read more about President's Park:  White House, Lafayette Square, The Ellipse, White House Visitor Center

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