The Rose Garden was created in 1913 by Ellen Wilson, the wife of President Woodrow Wilson. It was redesigned in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy to serve as a space for outdoor ceremonies. It has since become a regular venue for various events, including receptions, press briefings, and other occasions.

The White House Rose Garden’s Mar-a-Lago-style renovation continues in the form of new yellow-and-white striped umbrellas following the installation of concrete pavers earlier this week. The umbrellas are attached to the patio furniture that now occupies part of the garden and,