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The first first lady was Martha Washington, married to George Washington. Presidents John Tyler and Woodrow Wilson had two official first ladies; both remarried during their presidential tenures.
Learn about the lives and achievements of the women who have served as first ladies of the United States, from Martha Washington to Jill Biden. Explore their biographies, videos, stories and more on HISTORY.
American first ladies have played a prominent role in the political and social life of the country. See our list below of women who were married to the president.
Explore the biographies and portraits of the women who have served as First Ladies of the United States from Martha Washington to Dr. Jill Biden. Learn about their roles, achievements, challenges, and legacies in American history.
Jill Biden has served as the first lady of the United States since 2021, as the wife of the 46th president, Joe Biden. Jill Biden is also one of twelve second ladies to have gone on to become first ladies during their spouses' terms as president.
The First Ladies explores the unofficial but important position of first lady and the ways that different women have shaped the role to make their own contributions to the presidential administrations and the nation.
Apr 30, 2024 · The National First Ladies Library safeguards and magnifies the contributions of remarkable women and empowers a new generation of leaders to follow in their footsteps.
