Easter Traditions at the White House

The Easter Egg Roll is a long-standing White House tradition that began over 100 years ago. Initially, children raced Easter eggs on the US Capitol grounds in the 1870s, but due to damage to the landscaping, President Grant banned such activities on federal land. In 1878, President Hayes invited children to the White House for the first official Easter Egg Roll, a tradition that continues today despite minor lawn damage.

What was the original location for the Easter egg races in Washington, DC?

• The Lincoln Memorial

• The Washington Monument

• The US Capitol

• The White House

Why did President Grant ban Easter celebrations on federal land?

• To reduce noise pollution

• To prevent traffic congestion

• To save money on security

• To protect the Capitol's landscaping

Which president invited children to the White House for the first official Easter Egg Roll?

• President Roosevelt

• President Lincoln

• President Grant

• President Hayes

In what year did the first official White House Easter Egg Roll take place?

• 1878

• 1870

• 1885

• 1890

What did President Hayes do when approached by children about using the Capitol grounds for Easter?

• He ignored their request

• He banned all Easter activities

• He invited them to the White House

• He allowed them to use the Capitol grounds