White House (Washington, D.C.)
The White House is located in Washington, D.C. At first, it was called the “President’s House.” Later Teddy Roosevelt named it the “White House.”
The color of the White House came from a special white sealer used to make the stone stronger. The stone crumbled if it was not sealed.
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The White House was originally two stories tall, with 36 rooms.
It serves as a home for the president of the United States.
It is also used as a museum where tourists learn about America's history.
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