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Explore the impactful life of Jacqueline Kennedy, from her marriage to JFK to her cultural contributions and timeless fashion sense. Discover her legacy through historic events, White House restoration efforts, and global diplomatic missions.
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Jacqueline Kennedy • Married JFK on September 12, 1953 • Carolyn born 1957 • John Jr. born 1960 • Patrick born 1963 (died in infancy)
Jackie’s Legacy • Wrote a newspaper column titled Candidate’s Wife • Worked to restore the White House to a period mansion • “…whoever lives in the White House must preserve its traditions, enhance it, and leave something of herself there." • Created a Fine Arts Committee for the White House • Art and historical experts • Gave a 1 hour long televised tour of the White House • The public was entitled to see the White House as it was a national monument. • Lessoned the stress of formal events • Invited non-political individuals to events (writers, musicians, artists)
Jackie’s Fashion • Bouffant hair • Low Heel Pump Shoes • Sleeveless sheath dresses • Pill Box Hats
Jackie and John • Traveled all over the world to represent her husband. • Italy • India • Pakistan • She was multi-lingual.