According to Time.com , the Easter Egg Roll tradition began in Washington D.C. after Congress passed a law that banned people from rolling their Easter eggs on the Capitol grounds (where they had in the past). In 1878, Rutherford B. Hayes opened the gates to the White House, hosting the very first Easter Egg Roll.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
On April 5, 2010, President Obama and the First Lady will host the White House's Easter Egg Roll. This annual event brings children to the President's home to celebrate the holiday through games, music, story telling and of course, colorful eggs.
According to Time.com , the Easter Egg Roll tradition began in Washington D.C. after Congress passed a law that banned people from rolling their Easter eggs on the Capitol grounds (where they had in the past). In 1878, Rutherford B. Hayes opened the gates to the White House, hosting the very first Easter Egg Roll.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
This photo taken in 1935, shows people thronging the South Lawn to participate in the event. In 1941, approximately 53,000 attended the event, where 73 children got separated from their parents.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
After World War II and a series of White House renovations, President Eisenhower hosted the 1953 Easter Egg Roll after a seven year break.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
President Eisenhower invited family members to the Easter Egg Roll, including his two grandchildren pictured here, David (center, right) and Barbara (center, left).
The White House Easter Egg Roll
In 1982, President Reagan and his wife Nancy were joined by several special guests, including Ronald McDonald, cast members from "Annie," and a Smurf.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
An excited Hillary Clinton looked on as President Clinton blew a whistle at the 1993 Easter Egg Roll.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
At the 1999 Easter Egg Roll, President Clinton and First Lady Hillary Clinton welcomed visitors to the White House for story-telling, musical performances and historical reenactments.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
The tradition continued at the White House as President George W. Bush blew the whistle to signify the start of the event.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
Joined by the Easter Bunny, President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush stood at the starting line of the Easter Egg Roll.
The White House Easter Egg Roll
At last year's event, President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama looked on as their daughter Sasha (pictured on right) participated in the festivities.
