Truman Balcony
Truman Balcony, Presidential balcony at White House, United States
The second-floor Truman Balcony extends from the Yellow Oval Room across the south facade of the White House, offering views of the South Lawn.
President Harry Truman commissioned the construction of this balcony in 1948 for $16,050, replacing older awnings that protected the first-floor portico.
The balcony serves as a meeting point for presidential gatherings, including the 2001 reception of Mexican President Vicente Fox by President George W. Bush.
The wooden shades installed on the balcony can retract when not needed, providing flexibility for different weather conditions throughout the year.
Initial opposition from the Commission of Fine Arts centered on concerns about compromising the White House's Classical Greek architectural style.
Location:Washington, D.C.
GPS coordinates: 38.89750,-77.03660
Latest update: November 20, 2024 08:07
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