Obama's 2016: A Year of Historic White House Photos
January 5, 2016: Bathed in sunlight, President Obama listens to Mark Barden, whose son Daniel was tragically lost at Sandy Hook. Later, recalling the shootings, he shed tears, calling it the worst day of his Presidency.
January 7, 2016: Inside the Oval Office, President Obama dictates the first draft of his State of the Union address to Cody Keenan and Ben Rhodes as the deadline looms, illustrating his direct approach to major speeches.
February 16, 2016: President Obama reacts to a missed putt during a casual golf game with staffers Joe Paulsen and Marvin Nicholson, following the U.S.-ASEAN Summit in Rancho Mirage, California.
February 18, 2016: A joyous moment unfolds as President Obama watches First Lady Michelle Obama dance with 106-year-old Virginia McLaurin in the White House Blue Room, before an African American History Month reception.
February 18, 2016: During an African American History Month reception, President Obama shares a tender moment with young Clark Reynolds, bending down to greet him along the rope line at the White House.
February 23, 2016: Deep in thought, President Obama prepares with his national security staff for a vital teleconference with European leaders, reflecting the gravity of his daily decisions.
February 24, 2016: President Obama receives a critical Oval Office briefing on the Syria situation from Brett McGurk and his national security team, including Susan E. Rice and Rob Malley, highlighting ongoing international efforts.
March 10, 2016: Malia and Sasha Obama, distinguished guests at the State Dinner for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, make their way to the State Dining Room for musical entertainment, showcasing their growing presence.
March 18, 2016: President Obama convenes a high-stakes National Security Council meeting in the confined, yet critical, Situation Room, a frequent setting for top-level discussions.
March 20, 2016: A heartwarming moment in Havana, Cuba, as President Obama and Malia share a laugh while Malia impressively interprets in Spanish for a local restaurateur.
March 22, 2016: At an exhibition baseball game in Havana, Cuba, President Obama and Cuban President Raúl Castro spontaneously join 'the wave,' symbolizing a moment of shared joy and diplomacy.
March 23, 2016: President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama grace the dance floor with renowned tango dancers Mora Godoy and Jose Lugone at a state dinner in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
March 28, 2016: President Obama warmly embraces Caprina Harris, whose viral video about him leaving office touched hearts, during the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.
April 1, 2016: Backstage at the Nuclear Security Summit in Washington, D.C., President Obama confers with aides before his press conference, bathed in a shaft of filtering sunlight.
April 14, 2016: A playful moment in the Oval Office as President Obama gets down on his hands and knees to crawl with Communications Director Jen Psaki’s daughter, Vivi, between meetings.
April 22, 2016: A unique perspective captures Queen Elizabeth approaching as President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama arrive by helicopter, welcomed at historic Windsor Castle.
April 22, 2016: A captivating moment as President Obama meets young Prince George, captured during a rare candid access visit to Kensington Palace, which later became widely shared.
April 28, 2016: Vice President Joe Biden boards a C-17, serving as Air Force Two, after a visit to Baghdad, Iraq.
May 13, 2016: An overview of the formal arrival ceremony for the U.S.-Nordic Leaders Summit, held indoors at the White House due to inclement weather.
May 13, 2016: President Obama and Chief of Staff Denis McDonough walk along the South Lawn driveway, with a prominent star at the South Portico entrance visible in the foreground.
May 13, 2016: President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama graciously escort the Nordic leaders and their spouses to the State Dinner.
June 4, 2016: Vice President Joe Biden playfully chases children and press members with a super soaker during the lively 2016 Biden Beach Boardwalk Bash at the Naval Observatory Residence.
June 17, 2016: As Marine One approaches Yosemite National Park, a stunning view of Half Dome, illuminated by the setting sun, welcomes the President's arrival.
June 21, 2016: President Obama participates in an agility drill and box jump with Navy Lt. Cmdr. John 'Jae' Terry during one of his regular visits to wounded warriors at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
June 22, 2016: First Lady Michelle Obama engages with young girls Emma Belle Gaskins, Jill McCormick, Zoe Abigail Rogers, and Avery Parlier during a 'Cosmopolitan Couch Talk' in the White House Diplomatic Reception Room.
June 27, 2016: Bathed in beautiful light, First Lady Michelle Obama participates in a roundtable discussion with Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and Freida Pinto, supporting the 'Let Girls Learn' initiative in Liberia.
July 9, 2016: German Chancellor Angela Merkel reacts with a humorous expression in Warsaw, Poland, during a moment of confusion before a group photo with European leaders.
July 12, 2016: A poignant moment as President Obama signs a note for Samantha Thompson, niece of fallen DART Officer Brent Thompson, after an interfaith memorial service in Dallas.
July 21, 2016: Second Lady Dr. Jill Biden greets the mother of triplets in the maternity room of the Mary Stopes clinic in Niamey, Niger, during her impactful trip to Africa.
July 25, 2016: Three-year-old Armanil Chisholm reacts with delight as President Obama greets him in the Cross Hall of the White House, following a photo with wounded warriors.
July 27, 2016: The Presidential seal on Air Force One's interior door frames President Obama as he boards, having just arrived at Joint Base Andrews after sunset, en route to the Democratic National Convention.
August 4, 2016: President Obama, surrounded by staff, blows out candles on birthday cupcakes, a surprise from Vice President Joe Biden.
August 5, 2016: In the Oval Office, President Obama describes the iconic bust of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other items to a visiting Stevie Wonder.
August 17, 2016: The Biden family, including Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden, cross a highway for a dedication ceremony in Kosovo, honoring Joseph R. 'Beau' Biden III with a road named in his memory.
August 24, 2016: President Obama experiences a virtual reality film from his recent Yosemite National Park trip, while Personal Aide Ferial Govashiri works nearby, a blend of tech and public service.
August 26, 2016: President Obama joins Master Chief Petty Officer David Hall, a wounded warrior from the Navy SEALs, and his family for a yoga therapy session at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, honoring his 26 years of service.
September 1, 2016: President Obama takes a moment to speak with a National Geographic writer during his visit to the remote Midway Atoll.
September 5, 2016: President Obama and President Vladimir Putin of Russia engage in discussion following their meeting on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Hangzhou, China.
September 7, 2016: A refreshing moment in Luang Prabang, Laos, as President Obama sips from a freshly chopped coconut, a candid snapshot of his visit.
September 7, 2016: At the ASEAN gala dinner in Laos, President Obama shares a lighter moment with Prime Minister John Key of New Zealand and Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull of Australia.
September 11, 2016: President Obama enjoys a peaceful moment with daughter Malia, sitting on a rock overlooking the Potomac River after a hike at Great Falls National Park, Virginia.
September 12, 2016: Following a meeting, President Obama invites actor George Clooney and colleagues for a casual basketball game on the White House court, a moment that quickly gained widespread attention.
September 12, 2016: First Lady Michelle Obama takes a relatable trip to a CVS Pharmacy in Burbank, California, preparing for life after the White House during a segment taping for The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
September 14, 2016: The Obama family takes a private tour of the newly opened Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.
September 24, 2016: First Lady Michelle Obama shares a warm embrace with former President George W. Bush on stage at the opening ceremony of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
September 24, 2016: A truly unique photo op: former President George W. Bush hands his phone to President Obama, asking him to snap a picture of the Bonner family (descendants of an escaped slave) with the Bushes, at the African American Museum opening.
October 3, 2016: During the 'South by South Lawn' event, President Obama playfully poses with LEGO® men decorations, showcasing a lighter side before the White House gates opened.
October 3, 2016: Guitarist Stelth Ulvang of The Lumineers dramatically jumps off a speaker during their performance at the 'South by South Lawn' (SXSL) event, with the White House lit in the background.
October 14, 2016: Golden afternoon light beautifully backlights President Obama working diligently at the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office, a serene scene of leadership.
October 14, 2016: As dusk falls, President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama share a heartfelt 'Fourth Quarter' toast with White House staff on the South Lawn.
October 18, 2016: Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden share a joyful laugh with Attorney General Loretta Lynch and Stephen Hargrove, riding a trolley to the Italian State Dinner on the White House South Lawn.
October 21, 2016: Bill Murray, in full Chicago Cubs attire, brings humor to the Oval Office, putting into a glass while promoting the Affordable Care Act, during his visit to receive the Mark Twain Prize.
October 31, 2016: President Obama playfully interacts with 'Superman' Walker Earnest, son of Press Secretary Josh Earnest, in the White House corridor, ready to welcome trick-or-treaters on Halloween.
November 1, 2016: An unusual overhead view reveals a 'signing table' backstage in Columbus, Ohio, laden with memorabilia awaiting President Obama's signature after a campaign event for Hillary Clinton.
November 3, 2016: Aboard Air Force One, President Obama, alongside Deputy Chief of Staff Anita Decker Breckenridge, calls Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon to congratulate the team on their World Series victory.
November 4, 2016: A striking silhouette of President Obama, flanked by Secret Service, as he walks across the tarmac to greet a waiting crowd upon arrival at the North Carolina Air National Guard Base.
November 8, 2016: In a tender Oval Office moment, President Obama drops to his hands and knees to play with Evelyn 'Evie' Cushman, daughter of his Director of Scheduling and Advance.
November 8, 2016: Exquisite light balance highlights the North Portico of the White House and vibrant fall foliage, illuminated by television lighting.
November 9, 2016: The morning after the election, President Obama unexpectedly gathers the entire White House communications, speechwriting, and research team in the Oval Office to discuss his message to the press.
November 10, 2016: Two days after the election, President Obama meets with President-elect Donald Trump, marking the beginning of the transition.
November 10, 2016: A touching visit: Six-year-old Alex Myteberi, who wrote to President Obama offering a home to a Syrian refugee, meets the President in the Oval Office, a moment of profound compassion.
November 11, 2016: The sheer joy of 108-year-old World War II veteran Bill Mohr as he meets President Obama after a Veterans Day breakfast at the White House, fulfilling a lifelong dream.
November 17, 2016: President Obama takes an impromptu walk through Berlin, Germany, past the Brandenburg Gate, to greet local police, following lunch at the U.S. Embassy.
November 18, 2016: During a refueling stop at Lajes Air Base in the Azores, President Obama disembarks for an impromptu 90-minute walk, including a moment captured on the edge of the runway.
November 22, 2016: President Obama greets rock legend Bruce Springsteen in the White House Blue Room, just before the Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony, recognizing his iconic contributions.
November 24, 2016: President Obama leads a heartfelt prayer before hosting Thanksgiving dinner for family and friends on the State Floor of the White House.
December 4, 2016: A candid moment in the Green Room captures the 2016 Kennedy Center Honorees: The Eagles, James Taylor, Mavis Staples, Al Pacino, and Martha Argerich, before their East Room announcement.
December 16, 2016: A whimsical prank in the Oval Office sees four snowmen peering in through the windows, a festive and humorous touch to the White House decor.
