William J. Clinton Presidential Library

08/26/2026

🐾 Happy National Dog Day! 🐾

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Buddy, the beloved White House dog!

Here’s Buddy posing for the camera on April 22, 1998. And look closely—he even autographed the photo just for you!🐾✍️

Talk about a presidential pup with star power!

08/20/2026

In celebration of President Clinton's 80th birthday, this month's "Ask an Archivist, Converse with a Curator"​ theme is: "Presents for the President: Happy Birthday, President Clinton!"

Join us tomorrow, August 21, at 11 am and 2 pm as we will highlight the gifts and birthday cards given to him during his administration.

08/19/2026

🎂 Today, we celebrate President William Jefferson Clinton's 80th Birthday!

To celebrate this milestone, we're taking another look back at a birthday celebration from August 25, 2000. President Clinton admires his birthday cake with cake creator Glen Maes and White House mess personnel.

A sweet snapshot from a White House birthday celebration -- and a fitting way to mark 80 years of President Clinton!

08/18/2026

🎂 A Birthday Look Back

In celebration of President Bill Clinton's 80th birthday, we're turning the clock back to August 19, 1958.

Here, as a youth, Bill Blythe poses with his saxophone at his home in Hot Springs, Arkansas, on his birthday. This photo captures a treasured glimpse into his early years showing his love for music.

From a small-town Arkansas boy to the 42nd President of the United States—what an incredible journey!

08/16/2026

President Clinton was on vacation in Martha's Vineyard for his 51st birthday. Although he had no public schedule on August 19, 1997, Clinton still had work to do. He issued a Statement on the Tentative Settlement of the United Parcel Service Strike and sent a Letter to Congressional Leaders on Prohibiting Certain Transactions With Respect to Iran. According to his daily diary, Clinton later attended a birthday party in his honor at the “residence of actress Mary Steenburgen and husband Ted Danson.” You can view this diary entry and others at www.clintonlibrary.gov/research/daily-diary.

The Presidential Diarist, Ellen McCathran, recorded the daily activities of President Clinton including meetings, phone calls, events, travel, etc. Details of these events include date, time, event, location, topic (if available), names of participants and links to a document, video or photo. For a....

08/15/2026

🎂 A Birthday with a Purpose | 1996

On August 19, 1996, President Bill Clinton, First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton, Vice President Al Gore, and Tipper Gore celebrated their birthdays together at Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Fruitland, Tennessee.

The Clintons and Gores were visiting the church to assist with rebuilding efforts, turning a birthday into an opportunity for service and community.

08/14/2026

Birthday Celebration, 1995! 🎂

On August 10, 1995, President Clinton and First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton celebrated his 49th birthday at the White House—Western style!

Dressed in Western-themed attire, the Clintons joined in the birthday festivities as family, friends, and guests gathered to celebrate the President’s special day.

08/13/2026

Birthday Celebration, 1994!

For President Clinton’s birthday in 1994, his brother Roger Clinton and his band helped celebrate the occasion with a special musical greeting. Carolyn Huber is also pictured with the group as they wish the President a Happy Birthday! 🎶

08/12/2026

🎉 President Clinton’s 80th birthday is only ONE week away! 🎂

To celebrate, we’re counting down the days by sharing some of the ways President Clinton celebrated his birthday while in office.

August 19, 1993: President Clinton arrives at Martha’s Vineyard Airport on his birthday. A group of individuals greet him while holding a “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” banner.

Join us all week as we look back at birthday celebrations from the Clinton presidency!

08/08/2026

It's International Cat Day - and Socks deserves the spotlight!

Socks wasn't just a presidential cat - he was an international celebrity!

Happy International Cat Day from the Clinton Presidential Library!

Photo: Socks, 1993