Partial to simple but elegant clothing that could be worn again, Eleanor Roosevelt, the longest-serving first lady, wore a slate blue silk gown with detachable long sleeves, and a belt buckle and ...

Eleanor Roosevelt is coming to Wheaton in February. Award-winning storyteller Megan Wells will be at Hope Church during Black ...

From Eleanor Roosevelt to Jill Biden, first ladies have often made statements through what they wore on Inauguration Day and to the inaugural balls. Jackie Kennedy set a high bar for first lady ...

While traditions for first ladies have been shaped by the women in the role over the years, the position is undefined in the ...

Commentary: The lives of Jimmy Carter and Eleanor Roosevelt exemplify the value of older Americans' contributions.

Believe it or not, what the First Lady of the United States eats can be very important. One of the unofficial responsibilities that falls on FLOTUS' shoulders is that of trendsetter. Often, it is said ...

The inauguration is really about swearing in the next president, but first ladies throughout history have stolen the show ...

she became the first first lady to appear in Vogue, Katherine A.S. Sibley wrote in "A Companion to First Ladies." The shade of Eleanor Roosevelt's inaugural gown became known as "Eleanor Blue" at ...

The Women’s Civic League of Portage will host its monthly luncheon meeting Thursday, Feb. 12 at Little Italy, 2653 New Pinery Road, Portage.

She also worked closely with Eleanor Roosevelt to fight for the inclusion of African American women during World War II. It soon became apparent why Ebony magazine proclaimed her in 1949 as the “First ...