As the official home and office of the President of the U.S., the White House represents the American people and the ideals of freedom and democracy. Discover this famous home's most important features, meet some of the first families that occupied 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, view the oval office, treaty room and familiar east room. Observe White House ceremonies honoring some of the best achievers America has to offer. It's also where the president welcomes visiting dignitaries from around the globe. .