White House Expansion: Trump Advancing Designs for a Grand Dance Hall - White House Expansion: Trump Advances Scheme for a Grand Dance Hall
President Trump Announces Plans for a Grand Ballroom at the White House
In an exciting development, President Donald Trump has announced plans to construct a new ballroom at the White House, set to begin in September 2025. The project, estimated to cost around $200 million, will be financed by Trump and private "patriot donors," not taxpayer funds.
The new ballroom, spanning approximately 90,000 square feet, is set to be a significant addition to the White House grounds. With a capacity to seat around 650 guests, it will far surpass the current largest event space, the East Room, which accommodates about 200 people for dinners.
The ballroom will be built on the site where the existing East Wing currently stands, a structure originally constructed in 1902. The project involves replacing all or part of this structure to house the new ballroom. This aligns with Trump's long-stated desire to see a larger, grander event space at the White House to avoid outdoor or tented events for large gatherings.
The construction represents one of the most substantial additions to the White House since the East Wing’s original construction in the early 20th century. The ballroom will respectfully preserve the White House’s historic character while providing modern and elegant facilities for future administrations, signaling a blend of historic preservation with new construction.
The design of the ballroom is inspired by Trump's Florida estate, Mar-a-Lago, featuring lavish chandeliers and gilded elements. The exterior will maintain the architectural characteristics of the main building, with a white exterior and columns.
The idea for a large event space on the White House grounds has been discussed for over 150 years. The White House has long been longed for by presidents, governments, and White House staff for such a space.
The ballroom plans are associated with Trump's administration, and while no specific details about the size, design, or construction timeline have been provided, the project marks a major new phase in White House event space development, surpassing all previous renovations in scale and capacity.
[1] "Trump Announces Plans for White House Ballroom," The White House, September 2025. [2] "White House Ballroom: A New Era of Grand Events," The Washington Post, September 2025. [3] "The White House Ballroom: A Comprehensive Overview," Architectural Digest, September 2025.
- President Donald Trump's announcement of plans for a grand ballroom at the White House has caused a stir in the realm of general-news, politics, and entertainment.
- Caroline Leavitt, a renowned journalist, is expected to cover the remodeling of the White House's ballroom in Washington, which Trump plans to work on in September 2025, with the project involving the front part of the White House, including the current East Wing.
