President Grant Collection

Visitors arriving at the White House in carriages, 1870s
Winter carriage traffic at the White House the final days of the Grant Administration, 1877. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The American Centennial Exhibition, President Grant and the Emperor of Brazil starting the "Corliss"Engine in
1059329 The American Centennial Exhibition, President Grant and the Emperor of Brazil starting the " Corliss" Engine in the Machinery Hall (engraving) by English School

The American Centennial Exhibition, President Grant declaring the Exhibition open in front of the Memorial Hall
1106104 The American Centennial Exhibition, President Grant declaring the Exhibition open in front of the Memorial Hall (engraving) by English School

Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition (engraving)
1106083 Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition)

Credit Mobilier cartoon during the Grant Administration, 1873
" Injured innocents" cartoon about participants in the Credit Mobilier scandal. 1873. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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President Ulysses S. Grant, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait

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Residence of Ulysses S. Grant in Galena, Illinois. view in 1860s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Stable behind the White House, 1869
White House stable with President Grants horses and family ponies, 1869. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Ulysses S. Grants inauguration for a second Presidential term, 1873. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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King Kalakaua of the Sandwich Islands visits US President Grant, 1874. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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President Grant, the 18th President of the United States, was a prominent figure in American history. During his administration in the 1870s, visitors would arrive at the White House in carriages, showcasing the elegance and grandeur of that era. The Fifteenth Amendment, ratified during Grant's presidency around 1871, marked a significant milestone for civil rights by granting African American men the right to vote. One notable event during Grant's tenure was his participation in the American Centennial Exhibition. In an engraving capturing this momentous occasion they can be seen alongside Emperor Dom Pedro II of Brazil as they start the impressive "Corliss" Engine in Machinery Hall. This exhibition aimed to celebrate America's achievements and progress since its founding. Another engraving depicts President Grant declaring the Exhibition open before Memorial Hall—a symbol of remembrance and honor—highlighting his role as a leader who recognized and appreciated national accomplishments. The opening ceremony itself was undoubtedly a spectacle filled with excitement and anticipation. However, not all moments were celebratory during Grant's presidency. A political scandal known as Credit Mobilier unfolded in 1873 under his watchful eye. A cartoon from that time satirically portrays this controversy which involved corruption within government contracts related to railroad construction. Amidst these events and challenges faced by his administration, glimpses into daily life behind-the-scenes are also captured through photographs such as those showing stables behind the White House or intimate moments shared between President Grant himself. President Ulysses S. Grant left an indelible mark on American history through both triumphs and trials experienced during his time in office—the grandeur of exhibitions like no other witnessed before; advancements towards equality with constitutional amendments; but also reminders that even leaders face their fair share of scandals and controversies along their journey towards progress.