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Julia Tyler (née Gardiner; May 4, 1820 – July 10, 1889) was the first lady of the United States from June 26, 1844, to March 4, 1845, as the second wife of President John Tyler. A member of the influential Gardiner family, she became a prominent socialite early in life who received many notable figures as suitors.
Julia Gardiner Tyler was the second wife of President John Tyler and the First Lady from 1844 to 1845. She was a social beauty, a widow, and a plantation mistress who supported her husband's political views and defended slavery.
Learn about the life and legacy of Julia Gardiner, who married President John Tyler in 1844 and became the first lady for eight months. Explore her social, political, and personal history, as well as her views on slavery and the Civil War.
Julia Tyler (born May 4, 1820, Gardiners Island, New York, U.S.—died July 10, 1889, Richmond, Virginia) was an American first lady (June 26, 1844–March 4, 1845), the wife of John Tyler, 10th president of the United States. For eight months she presided over the White House with charming exuberance.
Learn about the life and legacy of Julia Gardiner Tyler, the wife of President John Tyler and the most popular First Lady of her time. Discover how she used her beauty, charm, and influence to advance her husband's political goals and to entertain the nation.
The darling of the capital, Julia Gardiner Tyler was the second wife of the tenth President, John Tyler. She became First Lady from 1844 to 1845 after their secret engagement and wedding.
Learn about Julia Tyler, the first woman to marry a president in office and the only first lady to have a presidential widow's pension. See her portrait by Francesco Anelli and read about her views on slavery and the Confederacy.
