Closed Christmas, New Year's and Thanksgiving. Open Tuesday - Saturday. Visitors should go to the East Gate on East Executive Avenue.
Tickets are distributed on a first come, first serve basis at no charge.
Only 4 tickets are distributed per person. Tours are usually not crowded in the fall and winter. Since the White House is occasionally closed for official events, it is recommended that visitors call in advance. 456-7041 McPherson Square Metro Stop. The Archives has the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Contsitution on display.