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The wildest and weirdest facts about the White House, from hauntings to hot tubs

Ellen Cranley,Ellen Cranley   

The wildest and weirdest facts about the White House, from hauntings to hot tubs
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A magnolia tree blossoms on the South Lawn.

  • The White House has been home to exotic pets, weddings, deaths, and legends galore.
  • After it has hosted presidents and their families for more than two centuries, here are the most interesting facts about America's most famous address.

Each day, scores of visitors are guided through the White House's halls to see some of the most famous artifacts in the country's history first-hand.

Though the White House's many rooms and ornate decorations tell countless compelling stories, there are some lesser-known facets behind America's most famous address.

See the deaths, additions, and legends inside the Executive Mansion:

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