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When the First Lady Lit the White House: Mamie Eisenhower’s 1958 Halloween

In this episode we trace how Mamie Eisenhower turned the State Dining Room into the nation’s first official Halloween celebration in 1958, examining the political and cultural forces that brought spooky décor to the White House and set a precedent for future administrations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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