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A Look at Concerts on the White House South Lawn from 1921 to 2009

Take a look at the history of concerts held on the White House South Lawn, from 1921 to 2009. See photos of the United States Marine Corps Band performing in 1921 and the Foo Fighters in 2009.
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View of house at 800 16th Street NW once occupied by Secretary of State John Hay (1898-1905).

We’re on a roll here with these photos, especially with ones of the White House. Here’s one of a concert given by the United States Marine Corps Band on the South Lawn. The photo was taken on July 16th, 1921.

concert on the South Lawn in 1921
concert on the South Lawn in 1921

Now, here’s a photo of a more contemporary concert on the White House South Lawn. This is a view of the lawn as the Foo Fighters played the July 4th, 2009 celebration.

The view of the South Lawn of the White House as the Foo Fighters performed on July 4, 2009. (Official White House photo by Pete Souza)
The view of the South Lawn of the White House as the Foo Fighters performed on July 4, 2009. (Official White House photo by Pete Souza)

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