Donald Trump defeated Democratic opponent Kamala Harris on November 6 to reclaim the presidency, achieving a historic political comeback. As Trump prepares to return to office, here’s all you need to know about the White House.

World’s Most Famous Address | The White House, located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20006, is both the official residence and the workplace of the President of the United States, making it one of the world’s most iconic addresses. (Image: Shutterstock)

How Big Is The White House | The White House spans 18 acres, with six levels to support its many residents and staff. The historic building contains 132 rooms, 32 bathrooms, 412 doors, 147 windows, 28 fireplaces, 7 staircases, and 3 elevators. (Image: Reuters)

When Was It Built | In April 1789, George Washington was inaugurated as the first US president. Shortly afterward, plans began for an official presidential residence along the Potomac River. A design competition led to Irish-born architect James Hoban’s winning proposal, inspired by the Anglo-Irish Leinster House in Dublin. On October 13, 1792, Washington laid the White House cornerstone. However, he passed away in 1799, before the building was completed. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)

Why Was The White House Painted White | A common misconception is that the White House was painted white to cover burn marks left by the British attack in 1814. However, the building was first coated with a lime-based whitewash in 1798 to protect its sandstone exterior from moisture and winter damage. This original white finish gave rise to its iconic nickname. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)

How Did The White House Get Its Name | The White House was not always known by its current name. Originally, it was commonly referred to as the “President’s House” or the “Executive Mansion,” though some newspapers occasionally called it the “White House.” In 1901, President Theodore Roosevelt made the name official, and it has been known as the White House ever since. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)

Has The White House Ever Been Renovated | The White House has undergone numerous renovations over the years, marked by a plaque in the Entrance Hall floor. This marker commemorates four major construction and renovation periods: 1792, when the cornerstone was laid; 1817, when the building was rebuilt after being burned by the British in 1814; 1902, when Theodore Roosevelt modernized the White House and added the West Wing; and 1952, when the entire interior was extensively rebuilt. Another notable renovation, not marked on the plaque, occurred in 1927 under Calvin Coolidge, involving updates to the upper floors and attic. The White House has also experienced various other updates and restorations. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)

A Slice of History | The White House has a long and storied history. It survived a devastating fire in 1814, set by British forces during the War of 1812, and another fire in the West Wing in 1929. Under President Truman, much of the interior was completely gutted and rebuilt. Remarkably, the original stone exterior walls, constructed over two centuries ago, remains intact even today. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)

Interesting Facts About the White House | The White House has several interesting facts tied to its history. It was constructed with the labor of both enslaved and free African Americans; while the government didn’t own enslaved people, officials hired them from their owners. President George Washington oversaw its construction, though he never lived there. The exterior of the White House requires 570 gallons of paint to cover it. The White House kitchen, staffed with five full-time chefs, is capable of serving dinner to up to 140 guests. Since 1909, the Oval Office has been the primary workspace for US presidents, although before the West Wing expansion under Theodore Roosevelt, presidents worked from other areas of the White House. (Image: Shutterstock)