September 29, 2026
5:30PM - 6:30PM EDT

Presidentess - The Life and Legacy of First Lady Julia Gardiner Tyler

WHHA Virtual Program with Christopher J. Leahy and Sharon Williams Leahy

Facebook Live & YouTube

Julia Gardiner Tyler was not a curiosity or a contradiction — she was a force. As the first “bride of the White House” and one of the youngest first ladies in American history, she consciously shaped her public role, skillfully used newspapers, portraits, and fashion, and expanded what a first lady could be before the role had rules. Authors Christopher J. Leahy and Sharon Williams Leahy reveal how Julia navigated the undefined early presidency, managed visibility with intention, and transformed personal and political challenges into influence.

The program will air live on the White House Historical Association's YouTube and Facebook Live pages.