History Talk: Entertaining at the White House - Presidential China
Date/Time
1/10/2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Central
Event Type(s)
Community Event
Event Description
Presidents and their First Ladies often have new sets of china produced for their official entertaining, such as State Dinners. These events are an important part of diplomacy and the table setting conveys not only an atmosphere of elegance and hospitality, but also national pride. Julie Northrip, former interpretive program manager at the park, will show and discuss some of the china used during presidential administrations. 

The program is free. Call 314-842-1867 ext. 230 for reservations.
Location
Setting: In-Person
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site
7400 Grant Road
St. Louis, MO 63123

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Contact Person
Park Staff
(phone: (314) 842-1867)
Details
Presidents and their First Ladies often have new sets of china produced for their official entertaining, such as State Dinners. These events are an important part of diplomacy and the table setting conveys not only an atmosphere of elegance and hospitality, but also national pride. Julie Northrip, former interpretive program manager at the park, will show and discuss some of the china used during presidential administrations.

The program is free. Call 314-842-1867 ext. 230 for reservations.
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