Exhibit: Presidents at the Cathedral

Since its earliest days, Washington National Cathedral has been called to serve as a place of solace, strength, and inspiration for our country: offering services of prayer in times of war and social upheaval, honoring service and sacrifice throughout its art and architecture, and providing comfort during national crises. The Cathedral also offers prayers for our newly elected leaders.

Presidents from William McKinley onward have often come to this spiritual home for the nation, joining people of many faiths as well as other world leaders to pray for the nation, mourn the passing of leaders, and to rejoice in new milestones.